To be tantamount to

Meaning

To be equivalent to; to be virtually the same as.

Examples

• John: Is resigning from the job <b>to be tantamount to</b> admitting defeat?
• Alice: Not necessarily, John. Sometimes it's a strategic move, <b>to be tantamount to</b> a fresh start.
• John: I see your point. A new beginning.
• Alice: Exactly. Sometimes change is essential for growth.