eventful
Americanadjective
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full of events or incidents, especially of a striking character.
an exciting account of an eventful life.
- Synonyms:
- unforgettable, memorable, noteworthy
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having important issues or results; momentous.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- eventfully adverb
- eventfulness noun
Etymology
Origin of eventful
Example Sentences
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The cruise operator has had an eventful few weeks, abruptly changing its CEO and then facing pressure from Elliott.
From Barron's
Milan-Cortina 2026 has been one of the most eventful Winter Olympics in history – in sporting and political terms - so it is appropriate that the final medal event could be the most enticing of all.
From BBC
Let's say Canada have had an eventful time of it in Italy.
From BBC
The dynamics, the friction of getting people together who love each other a lot but haven’t seen each other for quite a long time was eventful and felt like something to write about.
From Los Angeles Times
He is now at home in Blaenavon, Torfaen, growing stronger as he awaits more major surgery - with mum Kristy reflecting on everything he has overcome in his short but eventful life.
From BBC
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