gender equality

American  

noun

1. the state of having the same rights, status, and opportunities as others, regardless of one's gender.

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Etymology

Origin of gender equality

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

"It's a very critical time as well as we celebrate International Women's Day, talk about their freedom, equality, gender persecution, gender equality."

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

Lawmakers committed the money to, among other things, democracy-building work, election integrity, climate resilience projects, and gender equality initiatives.

From Slate • Sep. 26, 2025

The debate surrounding the issue has also become inextricably linked to conversations around gender equality.

From BBC • Aug. 11, 2025

Spencer Chretien, the U.S. delegate, opposed references to the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals, which provide a blueprint for how countries can prosper economically while improving gender equality and protecting the environment.

From Salon • Aug. 6, 2025

But at least no one tried to sabotage their planes, and in general they were treated with more gender equality than their American counterparts—possibly because the ATA included both men and women.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein