equals

Has same value

Equals functions as verb and noun around the idea of sameness or equivalence.

Two plus two equals four.

To equal something is to match it: Nothing equals the thrill of a live performance.

As a noun, an equal is someone of the same rank or ability: She treats everyone as equals.

The phrase first among equals describes nominal leadership within a group of peers.

equivalence

identical

Exactly the same

match · correspond · congruent · tantamount · synonymous · analogous · comparable · uniform · consistent · parallel

balance

scales

Plates or weighing devices

equipoise · counterweight · offset · neutralize · cancel · level · even · steady · poise · calibration

fairness

equity

Impartial treatment or ownership value

egalitarian · impartial · unbiased · level playing field · democracy · civil rights · opportunity · treatment · access · dignity

comparison

matches

Pairs that align

comes to · totals · adds up to · corresponds · constitutes · signifies · means · represents

mathematics

variable

Prone to fluctuation

product · difference · quotient · addition · subtraction · multiplication · division · algebra · geometry · calculus

algebra

equations

Mathematical equality statements

fields · module · vectors · operators · tensor · matrices · determinant · divisor · isomorphism · identity

Categories
Opposites
hierarchical status

equalssuperiors

Those of higher rank

inferiors · subordinates · betters · underlings · masters

mathematical/logical equivalence

equalsunequals

Non-matching counterparts

inequalities · exceeds · surpasses · mismatches · disparities

competitive matching

equalsoutclasses

Exceeds by wide margin

outmatches · mismatches · overmatches · underdogs · favorites

Phrases
Family

equal, equality, unequal, equation, inequality, equate, equator, equalize, equaled

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G