
equivalent
/ɪˈkwɪvəɫənt/
equal in value, function, or meaning
equivalent in a sentence
“Is there an equivalent term in that context?”
Origin of equivalent
Latin aequivalere to be equal in value (from aequus equal + valere to be worth)
Related Words
commensurate
corresponding in size or degree; proportionate
disparate
essentially different; distinct in kind
dichotomy
a division into two contrasting things or parts
nuance
a subtle difference in meaning or expression
discrepancy
a lack of compatibility or similarity between things
divergent
differing from a standard or from each other