Almost and Equivalent

Almost

Almost adjective - Being such only when compared to something else.
Usage example: burdened with impossibly high expectations, the movie came to be regarded as an almost failure

Equivalent and almost are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Equivalent" instead an adjective "Almost".

Equivalent

Equivalent adjective - Being essentially equal to something.
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Synonyms for Equivalent

Almost and equivalent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Almost" instead an adjective "Equivalent".

Both words in one sentence

  • Western Animation / Pound Puppies (2010) Similar Squad: The Happy Valley Shelter Kennel Kittens are the feline equivalent to Lucky's team, with almost identical fur patterns and very similar names.
  • Ironically, the usually-chaotic demons absolutely love this idea, since it means that every being will be equivalent to a god (almost like a universal Enlightenment).
  • Video Game / MapleStory Permanent Beginners get stuff like Frozen Tuna and giant Sake Bottles with almost twice the base power of an equivalent regular weapon to make up for their lack of skills.
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