Synonyms for Equal

Definition of equal

adjective
  1. having the same quantity, value, or measure as another; "on equal terms"; "all men are equal before the law"
  2. having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task; "she had adequate training"; "her training was adequate"; "she was adequate to the job"; "he was equal to the task"
noun
  1. a person who is of equal standing with another in a group

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Writing tips for "equal"

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"Equal" in song lyrics

See how equal is used in real songs:

  • "Who run around, changin' laws, just to say we're equal"
    (2 Live Crew) — This is to Luke From the Posse
  • "Lamebrains, who can't accept us equal"
    3rd Bass f/ Prince Paul — The Gas Face (Remix)
  • "Why can't it all be equal?"
    Above the Law — Freedom of Speech

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