imparity

[ im-par-i-tee ]

noun

, plural im·par·i·ties.

1. lack of parity or equality; disparity, difference, or inequality.

imparity

/ ɪmˈpærɪtɪ /

noun

1. See disparity
   a less common word for disparity

Word History and Origins

Origin of imparity¹

From the Late Latin word imparitās, dating back to 1555–65. See im- ², parity ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of imparity¹

C16: from Late Latin imparitās, from Latin impar unequal

Example Sentences

Imparity, im-par′i-ti, n. want of parity or equality: indivisibility into equal parts.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• difference
• discrepancy
• distinction
• divergence
• gap
• imbalance
• inequality
• variation