I. adjective
1.
Synonyms: same 2, duplicate, equivalent, identic, identical, indistinguishable, tantamount
Related Word: equable, even, uniform; alike, like; commensurate, corresponding, proportionate
Idioms: one and the same
Contrasted words: different, disparate, divergent, diverse, varied; unalike, unequable, uneven; irregular
Antonyms: unequal
2.
Synonyms: fair 4, dispassionate, equitable, impartial, just, nondiscriminatory, objective, unbiased, uncolored, unprejudiced
Idioms: without distinction
Contrasted words: discriminating, discriminative, unfair
Antonyms: inequitable
3.
Synonyms: even 3, equitable, fair
4.
Synonyms: even 4, even-up, fifty-fifty
5.
Synonyms: proportional , commensurable, commensurate, symmetrical
II. noun
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, value, meaning, or effect
he has no equal in common sense and honesty
Synonyms: counterpart, equivalent, like, match; compare opposite number , parallel
Related Word: companion, fellow, mate, peer; alter ego, double, twin; competitor, rival; similar
III. verb
1.
Synonyms: amount 2, approach, correspond (to), match, partake (of), rival, touch
Related Word: compare, parallel; accord, agree, square, tally; reach
Idioms: amount to the same thing
2.
Synonyms: even 2, equalize
3.
to make or produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
equal that if you can
Synonyms: match, measure up, meet, rival, tie, touch
Related Word: beat, top