equivalence meaning

equivalence as a noun

1. a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced
   • on a par with the best

   Synonyms: equality, equation, par

   Type of: status

   Kinds: egality, tie

2. essential equality and interchangeability

   Opposite: nonequivalence

   Type of: equality

   Kinds: parity

   Related forms: equivalent

3. qualities that are comparable
   • no comparison between the two books
   • beyond compare

   Synonyms: comparison, compare, comparability

   Type of: likeness

How to pronounce equivalence

equivalence is pronounced /ɪˈkwɪvələns/ in British English and /ɪˈkwɪvələns/ in American English. It has 4 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.

Words that rhyme with equivalence

• ambivalence