equal

²equal

noun

Definition of EQUAL

1

: one that is equal <insists that women can be absolute equals with men — Anne Bernays>

2

: an equal quantity

Examples of EQUAL

1. I consider him my equal.
2. We are all equals here.

First Known Use of EQUAL

1573

Related to EQUAL

Synonyms: coequal, compeer, coordinate, counterpart, equivalent, fellow, like, match, parallel, peer, rival

Related Words: analogue (or analog); double, half, mate, twin; associate, colleague, companion, copartner, partner; competitor

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