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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