equalize
Translation
to make equal, to level, to balance
Examples
The government tried to equalise opportunities.
The government tried to equalize opportunities.
The striker equalised in the final minute.
The striker equalized in the final minute.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) equal The new law will equalize pay.
Similar Words
Synonyms: level, balance, match; Antonyms: differentiate, unbalance
Etymology
From Latin 'aequalis' (equal) + '-ize' (verb-forming suffix).
Memory Tips
Think of making things level on a scale, bringing them to an 'equal' state.