equality

American  

[ih-kwol-i-tee] / ɪˈkwɒl ɪ ti /

noun

plural

equalities

1. the state or quality of being equal; correspondence in quantity, degree, value, rank, or ability.

   The district is implementing a college readiness plan to achieve equality of outcomes for its graduates applying to higher education programs.

   Synonyms:

   impartiality, sameness, identity, parity, equivalence

2. uniform character, as of motion or surface.

3. Mathematics.

   1. the relationship between equal quantities, as expressed in an equation.

   2. a statement that two quantities are equal; equation.

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equality British  

/ ɪˈkwɒlɪtɪ /

noun

1. the state of being equal

2. maths a statement, usually an equation, indicating that quantities or expressions on either side of an equal sign are equal in value

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Other Word Forms

• proequality adjective
• subequality noun

Etymology

Origin of equality

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Latin aequālitāt- (stem of aequālitās ); equal, -ity

Example Sentences

West Altadena is made up of people “who want to dedicate their lives and their professions to justice, to equality, to well-being, to health, to environment,” Clayton-Johnson said.

From Los Angeles Times

The organisation aims to raise awareness and "drive equality for a more inclusive matchday experience for disabled sports fans".

From BBC

"We're really proud of the environment and the culture that we've got at the club, and equality and diversity and respect for each other is something that we look to carry through every day."

From Barron's

"While employers have autonomy in recruitment, those decisions should always align with principles of fairness, equality and respect."

From BBC

In their statement, Jackson's family said his "unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and human rights helped shape a global movement for freedom and dignity".

From BBC

Related Words

• civil rights
• coordination
• equal opportunity
• fairness
• identity
• impartiality
• parity
• tolerance