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equalize

 

[ ˈiːkwəˌlaɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mathematics

To make equal or uniform in some respect, to balance or adjust the values of quantities or parameters.

Synonyms

even out, level off, standardize

Examples of usage

  • The teacher asked the students to equalize the equations before solving them.
  • The software automatically equalizes the audio levels for a seamless listening experience.
Context #2 | Verb

social

To provide equal opportunities or treatment to individuals regardless of their background or circumstances.

Synonyms

level the playing field, make fair

Examples of usage

  • The organization aims to equalize access to education for all children.
  • The government is working to equalize pay between genders in the workplace.

Translations

Translations of the word "equalize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equalizar

🇮🇳 समान करना

🇩🇪 ausgleichen

🇮🇩 menyamakan

🇺🇦 вирівнювати

🇵🇱 wyrównać

🇯🇵 均等にする

🇫🇷 égaliser

🇪🇸 igualar

🇹🇷 eşitlemek

🇰🇷 동등하게 하다

🇸🇦 توحيد

🇨🇿 vyrovnat

🇸🇰 vyrovnať

🇨🇳 使平等

🇸🇮 izenačiti

🇮🇸 jafna

🇰🇿 теңестіру

🇬🇪 გადატანა

🇦🇿 bərabərləşdirmək

🇲🇽 igualar

Etymology

The word 'equalize' originated from the combination of the prefix 'equal-' meaning 'the same in quantity, size, degree, value, or rank' and the suffix '-ize' meaning 'to make or become'. The term first appeared in the mid-17th century and has been used in various contexts to denote the act of making things equal or balanced.

See also: egalitarian, equal, equalitarian, equality, equalization, equalizing, equally, equals, equivocal, inequal, inequality, unequal, unequaled, unequalled, unequally.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,702, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.