equivalent

US /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/

UK /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/

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adjective

  • Equal to something in value, use or meaning
  • Equal in value, amount, meaning, or function.
  • Having the same meaning or significance.
  • Having the same effect or meaning.

noun

  • Thing like another in quality, quantity or degree
  • A thing that is equal to or corresponds with something else.
  • A person or thing that is equal to or corresponds with another in value, amount, function, meaning, etc.