iniquity — immoral or grossly unfair behavior; wickedness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: immoral or grossly unfair behavior; wickedness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈnɪkwəti/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's golden parachute was seen as another iniquity in corporate culture.
- My roommate's habit of eating my leftovers is a daily iniquity I must endure.
- Historical iniquities continue to shape modern society's inequalities.
iniquity
NOUN[/ɪˈnɪkwəti/]
immoral or grossly unfair behavior; wickedness

a wealthy executive in an expensive suit slides a briefcase of money across a polished table to a judge. The judge secretly accepts the bribe while looking around nervously to make sure no one sees. This corrupt deal will deny justice to innocent families who lost their homes. Meanwhile, through the window, protesters hold signs demanding fair treatment outside the building. The executives laugh coldly while counting more money, completely ignoring the suffering they've caused. Security guards block the door to keep out anyone seeking justice. immoral and grossly unfair behavior through corruption and wickedness
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'iniquitas' meaning inequality or unfairness. The word described something that was not equal or just.
Breakdown
in- (not) + aequus (equal/fair) + -ity (noun suffix meaning state or condition)
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📝Examples
“The CEO's golden parachute was seen as another iniquity in corporate culture.”
“My roommate's habit of eating my leftovers is a daily iniquity I must endure.”
“Historical iniquities continue to shape modern society's inequalities.”
“The parking meter that ate my quarter without giving time is a small but personal iniquity.”
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