Cognate and Equivalent

Cognate

Cognate adjective - Having qualities in common.
Usage example: alcoholism and drug addiction are cognate disorders

Equivalent and cognate are semantically related. in similar topic. In some cases you can use "Equivalent" instead the word "Cognate" as an adjective or a noun.

Nearby Word: cognation

Equivalent

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

Cognate and equivalent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Cognate" instead the word "Equivalent" as an adjective or a noun.

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