equate (v.)

  1. consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous; We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans; You cannot equate success in financial matters with greed

    [ Syn: compare , liken ]

  2. be equivalent or parallel, in mathematics

    [ Syn: correspond ]

  3. make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching; lets equalize the duties among all employees in this office; The company matched the discount policy of its competitors

    [ Syn: equal , match , equalize , equalise ]

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