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equalized

 

[ ˈiːkwəlaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

make equal

To equalize means to make things equal or fair by removing differences. This term is often used in various contexts such as finance, sports, and social issues. For instance, in finance, it may refer to adjusting figures to create a balance. In sports, it can describe a situation where the scores of teams are leveled. Overall, equalizing aims to establish parity among varying elements.

Synonyms

balance, harmonize, level, standardize

Examples of usage

  • The organization worked to equalize opportunities for all students.
  • She used a special device to equalize the sound levels in the recording.
  • Efforts to equalize the pay between genders have gained momentum.

Translations

Translations of the word "equalized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equalizado

🇮🇳 समान किया हुआ

🇩🇪 ausgeglichen

🇮🇩 diseimbangkan

🇺🇦 урівняний

🇵🇱 wyrównany

🇯🇵 均等化された

🇫🇷 égalisé

🇪🇸 igualado

🇹🇷 eşitlenmiş

🇰🇷 평등화된

🇸🇦 مُعَدَّل

🇨🇿 vyrovnaný

🇸🇰 vyrovnaný

🇨🇳 平衡的

🇸🇮 izenačen

🇮🇸 jafnsett

🇰🇿 теңестірілген

🇬🇪 გაიზიარებული

🇦🇿 bərabərləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 igualado

Etymology

The term 'equalized' originated from the word 'equal,' which comes from the Latin 'aequalis,' meaning 'level, even, uniform.' The suffix '-ize' is used to form verbs indicating that an action is performed to create a certain state or condition. The process of equalization can be traced back to various practices in mathematics, social reform, and economics that aim to eliminate disparities. Over time, its usage has expanded to include different aspects of life, such as technology (equalizing audio) and sports (equalizing scores). It reflects a broader societal emphasis on fairness and balance, driving movements toward equality in various domains.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,787, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.