equal vs tied

equal is a noun but tied is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
equal	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
tied	No	Yes	No	No

equal (noun)	tied (noun)
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group

equal (adjective)	tied (adjective)
having the same quantity, value, or measure as another	fastened with strings or cords
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task	closed with a lace
	bound or secured closely
	of the score in a contest
	bound together by or as if by a strong rope; especially as by a bond of affection

equal (verb)	tied (verb)
make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching
be identical or equivalent to
be equal to in quality or ability