equates

1. consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogousExamples: "We can compare the Han dynasty to the Romans"; "You cannot equate success in financial matters with greed"Synonyms: compare, equate, liken

2. be equivalent or parallel, in mathematicsSynonyms: correspond, equate

3. make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matchingExamples: "let's equalize the duties among all employees in this office"; "The company matched the discount policy of its competitors"Synonyms: equal, equalise, equalize, equate, match