adjective

equivalent

equivalent, equal in value, corresponding, (noun) an equivalent

This qualification is equivalent to a degree.

This qualification is equivalent to a degree.

There is no English equivalent for this word.

There is no English equivalent for this word.

((equivalent)) ((to sth.)) equal in value, amount, meaning, etc. This qualification is equivalent to a degree.

((the equivalent)) ((of/for sth.)) a thing that is equal to something else There is no English equivalent for this word.

Synonyms: equal, corresponding, comparable; Antonyms: different, unequal

From Latin 'aequus' (equal) + 'valere' (to be worth). Literally means 'equal in worth'.

Remember 'equi-' means 'equal' and 'val' relates to 'value'. So, 'equal value'.

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