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com·men·su·rate

commensurate

 
 
pronunciation:
k men s riht [or] k men sh riht
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Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: of equal measure, as extent or duration.
Their pay should be commensurate with their abilities.
synonyms:
equal, equivalent, even, same
similar words:
coordinate, identical, matching
definition 2: fitting or proportionate.
I'm sure you'll see earnings that are commensurate with your investment.
synonyms:
fitting, proportionate
similar words:
appropriate, corresponding
definition 3: having a common standard or measure; commensurable.
synonyms:
comparable, equal, equivalent, proportionate
similar words:
symmetrical
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derivation: commensurately (adv.)