inequality

[in-i-kwol-i-tee] / ˌɪn ɪˈkwɒl ɪ ti /

NOUN

prejudice; lack of balance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bias difference discrimination disparity diversity injustice unfairness

STRONG

asperity contrast disproportion dissimilarity dissimilitude irregularity partisanship roughness unevenness unjustness variation

WEAK

imparity incommensurateness one-sidedness preferentiality unequivalence

Antonyms

STRONGEST

alikeness equality fairness impartiality likeness sameness similarity uniformity

STRONG

agreement evenness kindness regularity

WEAK

balance

Example Sentences

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He argues this is necessary to tackle inequality and redistribute wealth from Peru's rich mineral, gold and copper reserves more equally and has enjoyed subsequent support in more rural areas.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

What these students share with more passionate supporters on both sides is a desire for the instability to end so policies on crime, corruption and inequality can actually be implemented.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

So I worry that we’re going to see an expansion in inequality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Doing so will ultimately reduce inequality in income, strengthen our workforce, reduce long-run public spending, and foster innovation and entrepreneurship.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Because income inequality is greater here, there is a wider disparity between what rich and poor parents can invest in their children.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times

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