equalizer

noun

equal·​iz·​er ˈē-kwə-ˌlī-zər 

: one that equalizes: such as

a

: a score that ties a game

b

: an electronic device (as in a sound-reproducing system) used to adjust response to different audio frequencies

Examples of equalizer in a Sentence

He scored the equalizer in the 60th minute.

Recent Examples on the Web

Shaffelburg hit the post as LAFC sought the equalizer in the 57th minute. — Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026

After the equalizer, Wilder Cartagena entered to add defensive solidity alongside Luis Otávio in midfield. — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2026

Ryan showed some good movement in the box to get in front of Perle Morroni to have a chance for the equalizer. — Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

South Africa goalkeeper Kaylin Swart stretched out her left boot to deny Michelle Alozie an equalizer at the end. — ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing equalizer

• graphic equalizer

Rhymes for equalizer

• advertiser
• analyser
• analyzer
• appetizer
• atomizer
• breathalyzer
• colonizer
• digitizer
• fertilizer
• localizer
• merchandiser
• moisturizer