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Equivalent
Ih-KWIH-vuh-luhnt
/ɪˈkwɪvʌlʌnt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
equivalent
Dictionary meaning
Being essentially equal to something.
Examples
- Send two dollars or the equivalent in stamps.
Synonyms: tantamount
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Ephemeral
ih-FEM-er-ul
Mellifluous
muh-LIF-loo-us
Perspicacious
pur-spi-KAY-shus
Obsequious
uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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