Synonyms for Equivalent & Similar Words
Definition of 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
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "equivalent"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like equal, like, same can replace "equivalent" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"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
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- What are synonyms for equivalent?
- Synonyms for equivalent include: equal, like, same.
- How many synonyms does equivalent have?
- Equivalent has 3 synonyms.