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Equivalent Definition & Meaning

1. Having the same value or worth as something else.

Example: "one dollar is equivalent to 100 cents."

2. Similar or equal in meaning, function, or effect.

Example: "the words 'equal' and 'equivalent' are often used interchangeably."

3. Able to be substituted for each other without changing the overall outcome.

Example: "in this recipe, honey can be used as an equivalent for sugar."

4. Corresponding in size, amount, or degree.

Example: "the two boxes are equivalent in weight."

5. Having the same chemical composition or properties.

Example: "carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxide are equivalent in their harmful effects on the environment."

Examples of the word equivalent used in sentences.

  • One year of work experience is equivalent to 2000 hours of work.
  • My sister's English proficiency is equivalent to a beginner level.
  • The exchange rate for dollar to euro is equivalent to 0.85 euros.
  • The doctor prescribed a generic medicine which is equivalent to the expensive one.
  • A kilogram of apples is equivalent to ten apples.
  • The value of the house in the city is equivalent to that of three houses in the countryside.
  • The level of difficulty of this exam is equivalent to that of a high school final test.
  • The price of the new phone is equivalent to the salary of two weeks.
  • The responsibilities of this position are equivalent to those of a senior manager.
  • One cup of sugar is equivalent to 200 grams.
  • A kilogram is equivalent to 2.20462 pounds, according to the metric system.
  • The salary offered for this job is equivalent to the market standard.
  • This English test is equivalent to a B1 level in Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
  • Using a reusable water bottle is equivalent to saving the environment from a lot of pollution.
  • In order to gain admission to this university, you need an equivalent degree.
  • These two equations have equivalent solutions, but one is simpler to solve than the other.
  • The online course I took was an equivalent substitute for the in-person class I had planned to attend.
  • The company offered him an equivalent salary package to what he was earning at his previous job.
  • Despite their different backgrounds, both candidates have an equivalent level of experience in the field.
  • The doctor prescribed a higher dosage of a different medication which was equivalent in effectiveness to the previous one.
  • The company offers an equivalent product to their competitors, but with added features and a more affordable price.
  • Despite their cultural differences, the two artistic styles are viewed as equivalent in terms of their originality and creativity.
  • The engineer explained to the team that the alternative solution they suggested was not equivalent to the original plan, and would need further modifications.
  • The professor emphasized that the online course was equivalent in terms of difficulty and workload to the traditional classroom course.
  • The agreement stipulated that the parties involved would receive equivalent shares of the profits, regardless of their contribution to the project.
  • Despite the language barrier, his proficiency in sign language was equivalent to that of a native speaker.
  • The amount of pollutants released by the factory is equivalent to that of a small city, posing a significant threat to the environment.
  • The brand's products may be more expensive, but the quality is equivalent to that of luxury brands.
  • In terms of education, a master's degree is considered equivalent to two years of relevant work experience.
  • The two paintings may have different styles, but their artistic value is equivalent in the eyes of the art expert.
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