equalize
verb
Simple meaning
To make equal; to cause to correspond in amount or degree.
Pronunciation
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ˈikwəlaɪz
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Definition
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verb
Make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
“Let's equalize the duties among all employees in this office.”
transitive
To make equal; to cause to correspond in amount or degree.
intransitivesports
To make the scoreline equal by scoring points.
signal processing
To adjust the balance between frequency components within an electronic signal.
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- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
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Electronic equipment that reduces frequency distortion.
Word family
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The act of making equal or uniform.
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A dividend paid to compensate shareholders for losses resulting from a change in the dividend schedule.
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Synonyms
Sense: make equal or uniform or corresponding or or matching
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