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

The Australian city also earned points for its equality and liveability, which are increasingly influential in travel decisions. —Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026

From where did Friend’s ideals of equality and liberty grow? —Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026

Iran has the highest per-capita execution rate in the world, ranks among the least free countries for journalists, and among the worst globally for gender equality. —Dan Bilefsky, HollywoodReporter, 21 Jan. 2026

Germanetti mentioned initiatives like Safety Week, promoting workplace attention, and policies promoting inclusivity and gender equality. —Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 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