equates to

Definitions

To be equal to or equivalent in value, amount, or meaning.

To consider or treat one thing as being the same as another.

Examples

In many cultures, a firm handshake equates to a sign of mutual respect.

For many students, hard work often equates to better academic performance.

Synonyms

amounts to is equivalent to corresponds to is synonymous with translates to constitutes represents

Antonyms

differs from is distinct from contrasts with is unrelated to diverges from is unequal to conflicts with