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Meaning of inequality
The state of not being equal, especially in terms of status, rights, or opportunities.
Etymology of inequality
The word "inequality" originates from the prefix "in-" meaning "not" and the word "equality" which comes from the Latin "aequalitas" meaning "evenness" or "levelness", with the Latin "aequus" meaning "even" or "level" being the root of the word.
Synonyms
disparity
unevenness
imbalance
inequity
unfairness
injustice
discrimination
prejudice
bias
favoritism
partiality
disequality
disproportion
asymmetry
dissimilarity
nonuniformity
variation
difference
distinction
separation
segregation
polarization
contrast
divergence
deviation
aberration
anomaly
irregularity
inconsistency.
Definitions
- A state of not being equal, especially in terms of status, rights, or opportunities
- A difference or imbalance, especially in terms of social, economic, or political power
- A mathematical expression that states that two quantities are not equal
Usage Examples
- The report highlighted the inequality in wealth distribution between the rich and the poor.
- The company is working to address the inequality in pay between male and female employees.
- The inequality of access to education is a major issue in many developing countries.