Definitions
- Describing a situation where two things or people have the same value, amount, or status. - Talking about a comparison between two things or people that are identical in some way. - Referring to a situation where something matches or corresponds to another thing in terms of quantity or quality.
- Describing a comparison between two things or people that are similar or equivalent in some way. - Talking about a situation where something is considered to be the same as or equal to something else. - Referring to a situation where something is associated with or connected to something else.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words involve making comparisons between two things or people.
- 2Both words can be used to describe situations where two things or people are considered to be the same or equivalent.
- 3Both words can be used to talk about associations or connections between two things or people.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Equalled is less common than equated in everyday language.
- 2Meaning: Equalled emphasizes the idea of having the same value or amount, while equated emphasizes the idea of being similar or equivalent.
- 3Form: Equalled is a verb, while equated can be used as a verb or an adjective.
- 4Context: Equalled is often used in mathematical or numerical contexts, while equated can be used in a wider range of contexts.
- 5Connotation: Equalled is neutral in tone, while equated can have a positive or negative connotation depending on the context.
Remember this!
Equalled and equated are synonyms that both involve making comparisons between two things or people. However, equalled emphasizes the idea of having the same value or amount, while equated emphasizes the idea of being similar or equivalent. Additionally, equalled is less common and often used in mathematical or numerical contexts, while equated can be used in a wider range of contexts.
