equivalency

equivalency

A teacher writes an equation to show the equivalency of two fractions.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The state or condition of being equivalent: "equivalency" refers to the quality of having equal value, function, or meaning; it is synonymous with equivalence.
    • An equivalent thing: In formal or academic contexts, "equivalency" can denote a thing that is equal in value, measure, or effect to another.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The equivalency of the two currencies was established after the trade agreement. (The two currencies were deemed to have equal value.)
    • The committee recognized the equivalency of her foreign degree to a local one. (Her foreign degree was considered equal in standing to a domestic qualification.)
    • There is no direct equivalency between the two concepts in different cultures. (The concepts do not share an exact match in meaning.)
Advanced Usage

  • "equivalency of qualifications": a formal recognition that credentials from different systems are comparable.

    • The university granted equivalency for his prior coursework. (His previous studies were accepted as meeting the same requirements.)

  • "equivalency in mathematics": a relationship where two expressions have the same value under certain conditions.

    • The equivalency of these two equations is proven by algebraic manipulation. (The two equations are mathematically equal.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Equivalent (adj/n): equal in value, function, or meaning; a thing that is equal.
    • A kilometer is equivalent to 0.62 miles. (Having the same value as a different unit.)
  • Equivalence (n): the state of being equivalent (more common than "equivalency").
    • The equivalence of the two statements was debated by philosophers. (The sameness of meaning.)
Synonyms
  • Equivalence: the state of being equal in value or function.
  • Parity: equality in status or pay.
  • Correspondence: a direct similarity or match.
Related Idioms
  • "No equivalency without comparison": a phrase suggesting that equality can only be determined by direct comparison.
    • The judge argued that there was no equivalency without a thorough comparison of the two cases. (Equality could not be assumed.)
Phrasal Verbs
  • None directly associated with "equivalency"; the word is typically used as a standalone noun.