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to equate
01
to view or describe something as similar or equal, often suggesting they have equal importance or value
Transitive: to equate sth with sth
Examples
Some people equate wealth with happiness, believing that money brings contentment.
He often equates success with hard work and perseverance.
02
to be the same as or equal to something else in value or effect
Intransitive: to equate | to equate to sth
Examples
The salary offered equates to the industry standard for the position.
His skills in the field equate to those of an expert.
03
to make two or more things equal in value, amount, or importance
Transitive: to equate two or more things
Examples
He tried to equate the cost of the two projects, but they were very different.
The politician attempted to equate the two policies, though they had different impacts.
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