isonomy

[ ahy-son-uh-mee ]

noun

1. equality of political rights.

isonomy

/ ˌaɪsəʊˈnɒmɪk; aɪˈsɒnəmɪ /

noun

1. the equality before the law of the citizens of a state
2. the equality of civil or political rights

Derived Forms

• isonomic, adjective

Other Words From

• i·so·nom·ic [ahy-s, uh, -, nom, -ik], i·sono·mous adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of isonomy¹

From the Greek word isonomía, dating back to 1590–1600. See iso-, -nomy

Example Sentences

He suggested the definition of health as the maintenance of equilibrium, or an "isonomy" in the material qualities of the body.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

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