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Equivalent

adjective/ih-KWIV-uh-luhnt/

Meaning

Equal in value, amount, or meaning to something else.

In context

In maths, one half is equivalent to two quarters.

Remember it

Equivalent has 'equi' (equal) and 'val' (worth) — equal in worth or value.

Use it well

Use for things equal in value or meaning; often 'equivalent to'.