Equivalently

/ɪˈkwɪvələntli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that is equivalent; with equal meaning, value, or effect.

Etymology

From 'equivalent' (adjective) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', which derives from Old English 'lice' (like, in the manner of). This construction allows adjectives to modify verbs or entire clauses.

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Mathematicians and programmers love this word—they use 'equivalently' to show that two completely different-looking expressions actually mean the exact same thing, which is like discovering a secret password that opens multiple doors.

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