COEQUAL Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

(ˌ)kō-ˈē-kwəl

Definition of coequal

as in identical

resembling another in every respect in my mind illegally downloading something from the Internet is coequal to stealing from a store

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coequal

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noun

as in equivalent

one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value viewing himself as the coequal of the Caesars of ancient Rome, Napoléon surrounded himself with the emblems of classical antiquity

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Recent Examples of coequal

Adjective

Anything less continues the unlawful and discriminatory distinction the state has drawn among coequal treaty signatories. — Shaun Chapoose, Denver Post, 20 May 2026 Trump has instituted a pay-to-play system for his allies and unilaterally started wars while disregarding Congress’s authority as a coequal branch of government. — Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026 Congress is supposed to act as a coequal branch of government, especially on issues involving spending, executive authority, and military action. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 6 May 2026 But the power of our democratic republic, built on three, coequal branches of government, is clearer than ever before. — Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coequal

Recent Examples of Synonyms for coequal

Adjective

Go back further and the shape of the argument flips, but the underlying tension is identical.

— Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
As the riders lean their bikes against the bench, Tom notices the machines are identical in brand and color.

— Tom Campbell, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of identical

Noun

According to research from American Association of Retired Persons, nearly 70% of grandparents provide some level of care for their grandchildren, averaging more than 500 hours annually, or the equivalent of 12-and-a-half weeks of full-time work.

— Medora Lee, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
Eaton shares are up nearly 4% after Evercore upgraded the electrical equipment maker to a buy-equivalent rating and raised its price target to $502 from $453.

— Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of equivalent

Adjective

In an exchange relationship, benefits are given with the expectation of comparable repayment; in a communal one, they’re given in response to need, on the assumption that care flows both ways over time.

— Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Experts point out that there are no known examples of this sort of clothing in comparable sculptures from Anatolia or mainland Greece, so the garb reflects a local tradition distinct to the ancient kingdom of Lydia.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of comparable

Noun

Shopping around online, however, is key as online banks often have better rates than their in-person counterparts, thanks to lower maintenance and overhead costs.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Inside, the scenery is far more elaborate than in its outdoor counterparts as there is no danger of it getting bleached by the sun or blowing away.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of counterpart

Adjective

Fulton sees it as analogous to the insight embedded in a Visa network but reaching deeper into people's financial lives.

— Peter High, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
The companies describe the technology as analogous to Global Entry for international travelers, in that pre-verified goods move through compliance checks faster because customs isn’t starting a full risk review every time.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 July 2026

Definition of analogous

Noun

The deal ends in 2029, leaving MLS to decide whether to renew with Apple or pursue other partners.

— Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Instead of replacing pilots, the technology aims to act as a mission partner that can process information faster and execute complex maneuvers when every second matters.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of partner

Adjective

Crowley's mention of the Evers endorsement drew a round of applause at both of his campaign stops in New Glarus and Madison this week, but similar votes of confidence haven't always been decisive in other primaries.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
California is among multiple states, including Maryland and Connecticut, that have passed or are considering similar measures.

— Darrielle Fair, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026