Equated: meaning, definitions and examples
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equated
[ ษชหkwษษชtษชd ]
mathematics concept
The term 'equated' refers to the act of making two expressions equal by adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing them. It is commonly used in the context of mathematical equations where both sides must be balanced. When something is equated, it implies that its value or quality is considered identical to that of another item or expression. This notion extends beyond mathematics into everyday usage, where equating can refer to drawing comparisons between two different things or ideas.
Synonyms
balanced, compared, equaled, matched.
Examples of usage
- She equated his generosity with kindness.
- The equation was equated on both sides.
- In the discussion, he equated freedom with responsibility.
Translations
Translations of the word "equated" in other languages:
๐ต๐น igualado
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฎเคพเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช gleichgestellt
๐ฎ๐ฉ disamakan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธััะฒะฝัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ wyrรณwnany
๐ฏ๐ต ็ญใใ
๐ซ๐ท รฉgalรฉ
๐ช๐ธ igualado
๐น๐ท eลitlenmiล
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ฑํ๊ฒ ๋
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุณุงูู
๐จ๐ฟ rovnรกn
๐ธ๐ฐ rovnanรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็ญๅ็
๐ธ๐ฎ izenaฤen
๐ฎ๐ธ jafn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตาฃะตัััััะปะณะตะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแกแแแฆแแ แฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bษrabษrlษลdirilmiล
๐ฒ๐ฝ igualado
Etymology
The word 'equated' comes from the Latin 'aequare', which means 'to make equal'. This root conveys the idea of balance and equality, reflecting its origins in mathematical terminology. The development of the term can be traced back to the emergence of algebra and formal mathematics where the concept of equality was essential. Over the centuries, its usage expanded beyond mathematics to encompass broader meanings, particularly in philosophical and social discussions, framing arguments and perspectives. The transition into modern English maintained its originally defined structure while allowing it to adapt to various contexts, representing the ongoing evolution of language as it reflects changes in thought and communication.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #13,897, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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