equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty i-ˈkwä-lə-tē 

plural equalities

1

: the quality or state of being equal

2

: equation sense 2a

Synonyms of equality

• equivalence
• equivalency

Examples of equality in a Sentence

the ideals of liberty and equality

it's absurd to suggest that there's an equality in the evil committed by the Nazis and the crimes of the government of that Asian country

Recent Examples on the Web

But Sweden has a long tradition of building organizations around autonomy, equality and trust. — Jessica Hill Holm, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Kavanaugh may seem an unlikely ally in the fight for greater equality. — Charles Grantham, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Women have gained enough agency to work outside the home, but many still lack equality within it. — Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 3 Aug. 2026

The ethnic unity law, Beijing says, helps ensure equality and support economic development. — CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for equality

• causality
• frivolity
• sodality
• inequality
• jollity
• polity
• quality

Kids Definition

equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty i-ˈkwäl-ət-ē 

plural equalities

: the quality, fact, or state of being equal

Legal Definition

equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty

: the quality or state of being equal: as

a

: sameness or equivalence in number, quantity, or measure

b

: likeness or sameness in quality, power, status, or degree