Equivalent — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /i-ˈkwi-və-lənt/ equiv·a·lent

Meaning & Definition of Equivalent

Equivalent (adjective)

  1. equal in force, amount, or value; also, equal in area or volume but not superposable
  2. like in signification or import
  3. having logical equivalence

Equivalent (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value

    "that huge mansion at the end of the street is the equivalent of five ordinary houses"

    similar: coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equal, fellow, like, match, parallel, peer, rival
    related: analogue, double, half, mate, twin, associate, colleague, companion, copartner, partner, competitor

Equivalent (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in such, similar

    similar: akin, alike, analogous, comparable, coordinate, correspondent, corresponding, like, look-alike, matching, parallel, similar, such, suchlike, synonymous, tantamount, coequal, duplicate, equal, even, identical, indistinguishable, same
    opposite: different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable, diverse, nonidentical, other, unalike, unlike, differentiable, discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, sundry, varied, various

  2. as in other, different

    similar: different, other, separate, makeshift, new, substitute, substitutive, alternate, alternative, pinch, another, second, extra, spare, improvised, jury, successive, utility
    opposite: original, first, former, equal, identical, same, lasting, permanent

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Equivalent

The most common words with a similar meaning to Equivalent:

coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equal, fellow, like, match, parallel, peer, rival, akin, alike, analogous, comparable, correspondent, corresponding, look-alike, matching, similar, such, suchlike, synonymous, tantamount, duplicate, even, identical, indistinguishable, same, different, other, separate, makeshift, new, substitute, substitutive, alternate, alternative, pinch, another

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Equivalent

Words with the opposite meaning of Equivalent:

different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable, diverse, nonidentical, other, unalike, unlike, differentiable, discriminable, divers, miscellaneous, sundry, varied, various, original, first, former, equal, identical, same, lasting, permanent

Related Words for Equivalent

analogue, double, half, mate, twin, associate, colleague, companion, copartner, partner, competitor

Word Forms of Equivalent

Derived words: equivalent (noun), equivalently (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Equivalent

Middle English, from Middle French or Late Latin; Middle French, from Late Latin aequivalent-, aequivalens, present participle of aequivalēre to have equal power, from Latin aequi- + valēre to be strong wield

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Equivalent

Words & Phrases Containing Equivalent

equivalent weight, gram equivalent, topologically equivalent

Frequently Asked Questions about Equivalent

What does "Equivalent" mean?

"Equivalent" means equal in force, amount, or value; also, equal in area or volume but not superposable. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: equal in force, amount, or value; also, equal in area or volume but not superposable. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Equivalent"?

Other words for "Equivalent" include coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equal, fellow, like and match. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Equivalent" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Equivalent"?

There are 58 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Equivalent". Common alternatives include coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equal, fellow, like, match, parallel and peer.

What is the opposite of "Equivalent"?

Antonyms of "Equivalent" include different, disparate, dissimilar, distant, distinct, distinctive, distinguishable and diverse.

How do you use "Equivalent" in a sentence?

Examples of "Equivalent" in a sentence: "that huge mansion at the end of the street is the equivalent of five ordinary houses".

Is "Equivalent" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Equivalent" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Equivalent" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Equivalent" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Equivalent"?

"Equivalent" is pronounced /i-ˈkwi-və-lənt/ and divided into syllables as equiv·a·lent.