equipollent
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ɪˈkwɪpələnt/
KK: /ɪˈkwɪpələnt/
adjective
Definition
Having equal force, power, or significance; equivalent in effect or meaning.
Example
The two arguments presented were equipollent, leading to the same conclusion despite different approaches.
Conversation
Did you know that some arguments can be equipollent in their reasoning?
Really? I always thought one had to be stronger than the other.
Not necessarily; they can be equally valid in different contexts.
That makes sense, especially in debates where perspectives vary.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
equivalent
equal
comparable
Antonyms
unequal
dissimilar
incommensurate
noun
Definition
A thing that is equal in value, force, or meaning to another.
Example
In mathematics, two equations can be equipollent if they yield the same result under certain conditions.
Conversation
Did you know that the two options we discussed are actually equipollent?
Really? I thought one was better than the other.
Not necessarily; they both have their own strengths and weaknesses.
Root Explanation
Equipollent → It is formed from "equi-" (from Latin "aequus", meaning equal) and "pollent" (from Latin "pollens", meaning powerful or strong). The word describes something that has equal power or force.
Memory Tip
Think of 'equal' ('equi-') and 'powerful' ('pollent') to remember that equipollent means having equal power.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.