Equated: meaning, definitions and examples

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equated

 

[ ษชหˆkwษ›ษชtษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น igualado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฎเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gleichgestellt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ disamakan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธั€ั–ะฒะฝัะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wyrรณwnany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ญ‰ใ—ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉgalรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ igualado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eลŸitlenmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋™๋“ฑํ•˜๊ฒŒ ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุงูˆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rovnรกn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rovnanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ญ‰ๅŒ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izenaฤen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jafn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตาฃะตัั‚ั–ั€ั–ะปะณะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒกแƒแƒ–แƒฆแƒ•แƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™rabษ™rlษ™ลŸdirilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ igualado

Word origin

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.