Equate
/ɪˈkweɪt/noun
To consider one thing to be equal to another.
Did you know?The roots of 'equate' connect to the concept of balance, often used in ancient alchemical texts to symbolize the harmony between opposing forces.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
aequare
“To make equal, to equalize.”
Old French
Old French
equater
“To equalize or make equal.”
14th Century
Middle English
equaten
“To regard as equal, to compare.”
19th Century
Modern English
equate
“To state the equality of two entities, often in mathematical or logical contexts.”