equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty i-ˈkwä-lə-tē 

plural equalities

1

: the quality or state of being equal

2

: equation sense 2a

Synonyms

• coequality
• coordinateness
• equivalence
• equivalency
• par
• parity
• sameness

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

Women in Saudi Arabia continue to live under a strict system of male guardianship, and people who advocate for gender equality are routinely jailed. —Heidi Blake, The New Yorker, 10 Oct. 2024

As gender equality continues to make strides across industries, women inventors are increasingly stepping into the spotlight. —Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024

Nadal has also signed on to be an ambassador for the Saudi Arabian Tennis Federation, despite criticisms that the country is using sports to cover up its controversial record on human rights and equality issues. —Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 10 Oct. 2024

Thirdly, respect for international law and gender equality must underpin all diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict and be applied consistently by all states. —Mary Robinson, TIME, 8 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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