Word Meaning

Meaning of equivalence

- The condition of being equivalent or equal; equality of worth, value, signification, or force; as, an equivalence of definitions.
- Equal power or force; equivalent amount.
- The quantity of the combining power of an atom, expressed in hydrogen units; the number of hydrogen atoms can combine with, or be exchanged for; valency. See Valence.
- The degree of combining power as determined by relative weight. See Equivalent, n., 2.
- To be equivalent or equal to; to counterbalance.

Crossword clue for equivalence

- Equality in power