Equivalent Definition
equivalent
adjective
- being essentially equal to something; "it was as good as gold"; "a wish that was equivalent to a command"; "his statement was tantamount to an admission of guilt"
noun
- a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc; "send two dollars or the equivalent in stamps"
- the atomic weight of an element that has the same combining capacity as a given weight of another element; the standard is 8 for oxygen
"Equivalent" in song lyrics
See how equivalent is used in real songs:
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"You just a munshkin, not even half of the equivalent"
The Beatnuts f/ Don Gobbi — Uncivilized -
"Peace to my third world equivalent"
Blue Scholars — Opening Salvo -
"A portion of poets sound equivalent"
Laquan — Witness the Drift
Words that rhyme with equivalent
Usage tips for "equivalent"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "equivalent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for equivalent to find words that pair well.