eventful

adjective

event·​ful i-ˈvent-fəl How to pronounce eventful (audio)
1
: full of or rich in events
2
eventfully adverb
eventfulness noun

Examples of eventful in a Sentence

He led a short but eventful life. It was an extremely eventful period in American history.
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As investors brace for an eventful week, attention remains focused on how the U.S. election, Fed decisions, and potential Chinese stimulus measures could shape the trajectory of global markets. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 The eventful Episode 5, which served as a midseason finale, ran for 1 hr 2 min. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024 Director and chief curator Thelma Golden, the esteemed trustees, and donors welcomed guests including myself to an eventful evening. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 30 Oct. 2024 All About the Influencer's Romance with the NFL Player Earle, who made her CFDA Awards debut this year, traveled to N.Y.C. to attend from Los Angeles after an eventful weekend. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eventful 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of eventful was circa 1616

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“Eventful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eventful. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

eventful

adjective
event·​ful i-ˈvent-fəl How to pronounce eventful (audio)
1
: full of events
an eventful day
2
: very important : momentous
eventfully adverb
eventfulness noun

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