equalled
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈiːkwəld/
KK: /ˈikwəld/
adjective
Definition
Having the same value, amount, or quality as something else; being the same in quantity or degree.
Example
The two teams were equalled in skill, making the match very competitive.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more equal
Superlative: most equal
Conversation
I think the final score equalled their previous game.
Yeah, it was surprising how consistent they are.
It's impressive when a team can maintain that level of play.
Absolutely! It shows they really know how to perform under pressure.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
matched
comparable
equivalent
Antonyms
unequal
dissimilar
different
verb
Definition
To be the same in quantity, size, degree, or value as something else.
Example
In the race, she equalled her personal best time.
Tense Forms
Past: equalled
Past Participle: equalled
Conversation
Did you see the game last night?
Yeah, it was amazing! I can't believe the score equalled the last match.
I know, right? It was such a close game!
Root Explanation
Equalled → It is formed from "equal" (from Latin "aequalis", meaning level or uniform) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past tense of verbs). The word "equalled" means to have made something equal or to have matched in quality or quantity.
Memory Tip
Think of 'equal' meaning level or uniform, and remember that 'equalled' means to have made something match that level.
Visually Confused Words
unequaled
quilled