E″ven, adv. [AS. efne. See Even, a., and cf. E'en.] 1. In an equal or precisely similar manner; equally; precisely; just; likewise; as well. “Is it even so?” Shak.
Even so did these Gauls possess the coast. Spenser.
2. Up to, or down to, an unusual measure or level; so much as; fully; quite.
Thou wast a soldier
Even to Cato's wish. Shak.
Without... making us even sensible of the change. Swift.
3. As might not be expected; — serving to introduce what is unexpected or less expected.
I have made several discoveries, which appear new, even to those who are versed in critical learning. Addison.
4. At the very time; in the very case.
I knew they were bad enough to please, even when I wrote them. Dryden.
☞ Even is sometimes used to emphasize a word or phrase. “I have debated even in my soul.” Shak.
By these presence, even the presence of Lord Mortimer. Shak.