Equivalent
10 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Equal in value, amount, function, or meaning to something else. Having the same effect or significance as another thing, though possibly different in form.
“A master's degree is roughly equivalent to five years of professional work experience.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪˈkwɪvələnt/
Syllables
e·quiv·a·lent
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Wordle
Contains three E's and unique Q; features the -ENT ending pattern
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Scrabble
Worth 22 points; the Q (10 pts) and V (4 pts) make this highly valuable
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