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equal vs close

close vs equal

equal and close both are nouns.

equal and close both are adjectives.

equal and close both are verbs.

equal is not an adverb while close is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
equal Yes Yes Yes No
close Yes Yes Yes Yes
equal (noun) close (noun)
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group the concluding part of any performance
the last section of a communication
the temporal end; the concluding time
equal (adjective) close (adjective)
having the same quantity, value, or measure as another at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task close in relevance or relationship
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances
marked by fidelity to an original
rigorously attentive; strict and thorough
crowded
(of a contest or contestants) evenly matched
of textiles
confined to specific persons
strictly confined or guarded
used of hair or haircuts
giving or spending with reluctance
fitting closely but comfortably
inclined to secrecy or reticence about divulging information
lacking fresh air
equal (verb) close (verb)
make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching finish a game in baseball by protecting a lead
be identical or equivalent to complete a business deal, negotiation, or an agreement
be equal to in quality or ability move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut
become closed
bar access to
fill or stop up
bring together all the elements or parts of
unite or bring into contact or bring together the edges of
change one's body stance so that the forward shoulder and foot are closer to the intended point of impact
come together, as if in an embrace
draw near
cause a window or an application to disappear on a computer desktop
cease to operate or cause to cease operating
finish or terminate (meetings, speeches, etc.)
engage at close quarters
come to a close
be priced or listed when trading stops
equal (adverb) close (adverb)
near in time or place or relationship
in an attentive manner
Difference between equal and close

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