equivalent
/ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #5045 in the learning path
等值的；相当的
Definitions
adj. Equal in value, amount, meaning, or function.
等值的；相当的
n. Something equal to another thing in value, meaning, or function.
对应物；等值物
Example
This small heater produces heat equivalent to that larger one.
这台小取暖器产生的热量与那台较大的相当。
Employers should recognise overseas qualifications when they are equivalent to those awarded by domestic institutions.
当海外学历与本国院校颁发的学历相当时，雇主应予以认可。
Collocations
- equivalent to
- an equivalent qualification
- the equivalent of
Word family
- equivalence (n.)
- equivalently (adv.)
Synonyms
- equal
- comparable
Antonyms
- unequal
Usage tip
常用equivalent to；相当不代表完全相同。
FAQ
- What does equivalent mean?
- Equal in value, amount, meaning, or function. Something equal to another thing in value, meaning, or function.
- How is equivalent pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/, US /ɪˈkwɪvələnt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
