Equivalent
10 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Equal in value, amount, function, or meaning to something else. Having the same effect or significance as another thing, though possibly different in form.
“A master's degree is roughly equivalent to five years of professional work experience.”
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Contains three E's and unique Q; features the -ENT ending pattern
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Worth 22 points; the Q (10 pts) and V (4 pts) make this highly valuable
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