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单词 equation
释义

equation

noun

equa·​tion i-ˈkwā-zhən How to pronounce equation (audio)
 also  -shən
1
a
: the act or process of equating
b(1)
: an element affecting a process : factor
(2)
: a complex of variable factors
c
: a state of being equated
specifically : a state of close association or identification
bring governmental enterprises and payment for them into immediate equation R. G. Tugwell
2
a
: a usually formal statement of the equality or equivalence of mathematical or logical expressions
b
: an expression representing a chemical reaction quantitatively by means of chemical symbols

Example Sentences

the equation of material wealth with happiness
Recent Examples on the Web Returning to the problem of the circular segment, Newton realized that the equation for the circle itself (not merely the area underneath it) could also be represented by a power series. Steven Strogatz, Quanta Magazine, 31 Aug. 2022 The equation: a flowing oversized button-down, paired with flowing oversized trousers, buttoned insouciantly in the middle (as seen at Fendi and Peter Do and on Gigi Hadid). Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 July 2022 Most commonly used is the cyber equation, in which risk represents the likelihood of damage to sensitive data, critical assets, finances, reputation, or people. Eric D. Perakslis, STAT, 13 July 2022 That immediately eliminates football’s 85 scholarships from the Title IX equation, which ultimately means a loss for women’s sports. Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 June 2022 Unfortunately, a commitment from the United States to both ends of this equation—research and action—does not exist. Hart Rapaport, Scientific American, 4 Apr. 2022 Visionaire was launched in 1991, and the abstract equation of these three objects—magazine, garment, pattern—speaks to the growing acceptance of fashion as a realm with its own metaphysics. Laura Jacobs, WSJ, 5 Feb. 2022 Of course, terrain and conditions are only part of the equation—distance, pace, fitness level, experience, and ride preferences also affect shoe choice—but these broad trail categories and shoe recommendations should help narrow your search. Adam Chase, Outside Online, 13 Jan. 2022 Not an ideal equation for the most consequential game of the year. Childs Walker, baltimoresun.com, 24 Dec. 2021 See More

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

equation

noun

equa·​tion i-ˈkwā-zhən How to pronounce equation (audio)
1
: a statement of the equality of two mathematical expressions
2
: an expression representing a chemical reaction by means of chemical symbols

Medical Definition

equation

noun

equa·​tion
i-ˈkwā-zhən also -shən
: an expression representing a chemical reaction quantitatively by means of chemical symbols

equation

noun

as in equivalence
the consideration of two or more things as equal The speech deftly made an equation between the values of self-sacrifice and those of patriotism.

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • equivalence
  • analogy
  • equivalency
  • parity
  • comparison
  • association
  • relationship
  • correlation
  • linkage
  • relation
  • affinity
  • interrelation
  • connection
  • par
  • identity
  • agreement
  • likening
  • interchangeability
  • semblance
  • parallelism
  • similarity
  • similitude
  • correspondence
  • comparability
  • compatibility
  • exchangeability
  • accordance
  • likeness
  • sameness
  • resemblance
  • community
  • conformity
  • identicalness
  • congruity
  • alikeness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • difference
  • inequality
  • discrepancy
  • disparity
  • disagreement
  • dissimilarity
  • conflict
  • polarity
  • distinctiveness
  • distinctness
  • dichotomy
  • incongruity
  • incompatibility
  • inequality
  • unlikeness
  • imbalance
  • incongruence
  • dissimilitude
  • disparateness
  • nonconformity
  • differentiability
  • disproportion
  • discriminability
  • distinguishability
  • incongruousness
  • anomalousness
  • nonequivalence
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