Equivalence

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1. Noun

The condition of being equivalent or equal; equality of worth, value, signification, or force; as, an equivalence of definitions.

2. Noun

Equal power or force; equivalent amount.

3. Noun

The quantity of the combining power of an atom, expressed in hydrogen units; the number of hydrogen atoms can combine with, or be exchanged for; valency. See Valence.

4. Noun

The degree of combining power as determined by relative weight. See Equivalent, n., 2.

5. Verb

To be equivalent or equal to; to counterbalance.

6. Noun

qualities that are comparable; "no comparison between the two books"; "beyond compare"
Vocabulary classified under Academic vocabulary

7. Noun

essential equality and interchangeability
Vocabulary classified under Environmental science

8. Noun

a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced; "on a par with the best"
Vocabulary classified under Sociology
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