equate
1 antonyms and opposites of equate, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To regard or treat two things as the same or equivalent.
Antonyms
How to use equate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin aequatus, past participle of aequare ("to make equal"), from aequus ("equal").
Full origin of equate →Frequently asked questions
What does “equate” mean?
The word “equate” means to regard or treat two things as the same or equivalent. In plain terms, to treat or think of two different things as being the same, or to make them mathematically equal.
How do you pronounce “equate”?
“Equate” is pronounced ih-KWAYT (/ɪˈkweɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “equate” in a sentence?
Here is “equate” used in a sentence: “It's a mistake to equate wealth with happiness.”
What is the opposite of “equate”?
The opposite of “equate” — its antonyms — is differentiate.
What part of speech is “equate”?
“Equate” is a verb.
Where does the word “equate” come from?
The word “equate” comes from Latin. From Latin aequatus, past participle of aequare ("to make equal"), from aequus ("equal").
Is “equate” a common word?
“Equate” is an uncommon word in modern English.