equivalent word
phrase
Pronunciation: ɪˈkwɪvələnt wɜːd
Definition
A word that has the same or very similar meaning as another word.
Examples
In this context, 'happy' is an equivalent word for 'joyful'.
She searched for an equivalent word in Spanish to express her feelings.
How to Use equivalent word
- equivalent to (prepositional phrase)
- Having the same value, amount, purpose, or meaning as something else. — "Two cups of flour are equivalent to one pound."
- equivalent word for (collocation)
- A word that has the same meaning as another word. — "What is the equivalent word for 'gratitude' in Japanese?"
Synonyms of equivalent word
Words with a similar meaning to equivalent word:
Antonyms of equivalent word
Words with the opposite meaning to equivalent word:
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