equivalent — equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
Korean meaning: 동등한, 상당하는, 등가의
Korean pronunciation: 이-퀴-벌-런트 (강세: 퀴)
Example Sentences
- My boss said working from home is equivalent to being on vacation, but my laptop disagrees.
- One dollar is equivalent to about 1,300 won.
- His excuse was equivalent to saying 'my dog ate my homework' in the digital age.
equivalent
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈkwɪvələnt//
equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc.
Two different paths were equivalent in distance.
The grand prize was equivalent to a chest full of gold.
Different forms can still be equivalent.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'equivalens', composed of 'equi-' (equal) and 'valens' (being strong or worthy), derived from 'valere' meaning 'to be strong or worthy'. The term entered Middle English through Old French.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My boss said working from home is equivalent to being on vacation, but my laptop disagrees.”
“One dollar is equivalent to about 1,300 won.”
“His excuse was equivalent to saying 'my dog ate my homework' in the digital age.”
“The English equivalent of '눈치' doesn't really exist.”
“Drinking six cups of coffee is equivalent to asking your heart to run a marathon.”
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