inequality — the unfair situation where some people have more opportunities, money, etc. than other people
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the unfair situation where some people have more opportunities, money, etc. than other people
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪnɪˈkwɑːləti/
Example Sentences
- The superhero complained about inequality when the villain got a bigger dressing room.
- Educational inequality affects students' future opportunities.
- My cat protests about treat inequality when my dog gets more snacks.
inequality
NOUN[/ˌɪnɪˈkwɑːləti/]
the unfair situation where some people have more opportunities, money, etc. than other people
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'inaequalitas', derived from 'inaequalis' (unequal), which combines the prefix 'in-' (not) with 'aequalis' (equal, from 'aequus' meaning level or even).
Breakdown
in- (not) + equal (from Latin aequalis, even/level) + -ity (noun suffix indicating a state or condition) = inequality
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The superhero complained about inequality when the villain got a bigger dressing room.”
“Educational inequality affects students' future opportunities.”
“My cat protests about treat inequality when my dog gets more snacks.”
“The government is working to tackle inequality in healthcare access.”
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