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Meaning of on equal terms | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. With the same set of advantages and disadvantages; on an equal footing, on a level playing field.
  2. With respect for people's backgrounds, rights, and responsibilities; as equals.

Equivalents

Examples

“The two teams will battle it out on equal terms.”
“Although very distant from the lives of her subjects – she never went to school and had only the most fleeting experiences of being on equal terms with anyone – she grew into a much respected figure, admired for her stoicism and diligence”
“The two populations must learn to live with each other on equal terms.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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