Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eve

noun
/iːv/
Definition
The evening or the period just before an event.
Examples
  • She spent the eve of her wedding with close friends.
  • The eve of the new year was filled with excitement.
  • On the eve of the election, candidates made their final speeches.
Meaning
Eve generally refers to the time just before an important event or occasion, often the day or night before.
Synonyms
  • evening
  • night before
  • prelude