1. The state or quality of being equivalent; having equal value, meaning, or effect
The equivalence of the two mathematical expressions was proven by the professor.
A equivalência das duas expressões matemáticas foi provada pelo professor.
2. A relationship between things that are considered equal or interchangeable
There is no equivalence between these two products in terms of quality.
Não há equivalência entre estes dois produtos em termos de qualidade.
3. In education, the recognition that qualifications from different institutions are equal
The university granted equivalence to her foreign diploma.
A universidade concedeu equivalência ao seu diploma estrangeiro.