PEERS Synonyms: 108 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

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plural of peer

as in noblemen

a man of high birth or social position claims to be related to an English peer

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as in counterparts

one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value a jury of one's peers

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verb

present tense third-person singular of peer

as in stares

to look long and hard in wonder or surprise visitors seem mesmerized as they peer at the variety of marine life in the aquarium's huge tank

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Having women athletes featured alongside their men counterparts helps normalize their presence in the sports industry and provides young players with diverse role models.

Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Historically, Black business owners have had to contend with higher borrowing costs and limited access to credit compared to their white counterparts.

Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

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