EQUALIZES Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

equalizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of equalize

as in equates

to make equal in amount, degree, or status a plan to equalize educational opportunities for all the state's children, rich and poor alike

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disequilibrates

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Recent Examples of equalizes The global process of buying and selling equalizes prices worldwide. — David Frum, The Atlantic, 1 Apr. 2026 The coating equalizes the electrical charges to help prevent static. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025 The smartphone camera equalizes this. — Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025

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Being loved equates survival from the infant’s brain perspective.

— Hylke Faber, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
In the realm of the theater, no one exactly equates the number of headshots on a Playbill page with the ultimate fulfillment a stage show provides.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 18 July 2026

Definition of equates

Verb

The lineup balances structure and softness through sculptural silhouettes and rich textures, offering a modern interpretation of the Proenza Schouler woman while honoring the brand DNA.

— Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
In this rustic kitchen, the visual weight of the two breadboards balances the strong visual presence of the white crock.

— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2026

Definition of balances

Verb

Its pilots fly with SkyBreathe software that adjusts routes and flight profiles in real time to burn less fuel, and the airline flew one A350 delivery leg from Singapore on a 40 percent blend of sustainable aviation fuel.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
To prevent overheating and cut energy use, the battery uses an adaptive thermal management system that automatically adjusts its cooling strategy whether the car is parked or driving.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026

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