equivalency

noun

equiv·​a·​len·​cy i-ˈkwi-və-lən(t)-sē How to pronounce equivalency (audio)
-ˈkwiv-lən(t)-sē
plural equivalencies
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: a level of achievement equivalent to completion of an educational or training program
a high school equivalency certificate

Examples of equivalency in a Sentence

as long as there's a rough equivalency in the armaments of the two countries, neither is likely to attack the other
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This includes not only traditional vanity metrics like potential reach and advertising value equivalency, but also sentiment analysis, message pull-through, brand visibility and SEO impact. Chintan Shah, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025 Where is the equivalency between a horrible place like Alcatraz and a Florida prison camp mostly housing immigrants and families fleeing violence and searching for work? Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 July 2025 The Alternative Learning Opportunities program helps individuals looking to earn a high school equivalency prepare for the exam needed to earn it and look into postsecondary options. Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 21 May 2025 Their route to walking across the stage to receive a diploma might have taken some detours and extra years, but the joy in earning a high school diploma or equivalency certificate was evident at the Poway Adult School’s 60th annual commencement ceremony. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for equivalency

Word History

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of equivalency was in 1535

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“Equivalency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equivalency. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

equivalency

noun
equiv·​a·​len·​cy i-ˈkwiv(-ə)-lən-sē How to pronounce equivalency (audio)
plural equivalencies

Medical Definition

equivalency

noun
equiv·​a·​len·​cy -lən-sē How to pronounce equivalency (audio)
plural equivalencies

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