tied vs equal

tied is not a noun while equal is a noun.

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

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

tied (adjective)	equal (adjective)
fastened with strings or cords	having the same quantity, value, or measure as another
closed with a lace	having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
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

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