equal

/ˈiːkwəl/
noun
  1. A person or thing that is the same as another in status, ability, or value.
    • The two artists are considered equals in talent.
    • In chess, he finally met his equal in the tournament.
    • She treats everyone as her equal, regardless of their background.
adjective
  1. The same in size, amount, value, or quality.
    • All citizens are equal under the law.
    • The two pieces of cake are equal in size.
    • Both teams have an equal chance of winning the game.
  2. Having the same rights, opportunities, or status as others.
    • They fought for equal rights in the workplace.
    • The company promotes equal pay for men and women.
    • Every student deserves equal access to education.
verb
  1. To be the same as something in number, amount, or value.
    • Two plus two equals four.
    • Her score on the test equaled the highest in the class.
    • The distance from here to the store equals about one mile.
  2. To be as good as or match someone or something.
    • The new software equals the old one in speed and reliability.
    • No one can equal her skill in painting.
    • He worked hard to equal his brother's achievements.
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