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

Reggaeton was born out of a call for freedom, equality and justice. —Brendan Frizzell, The Conversation, 27 Feb. 2026

L'Oca d'Oro has long been a vocal advocate for workers' rights, civil rights, equality and immigrants' rights. —Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026

Looking to the future, demographic change will make the work of equality indispensable for anyone seeking to navigate an increasingly complex society. —Kenji Yoshino, Time, 25 Feb. 2026

The disconnect is clear in the remarks by several former band members on the futility of his equality concept. —Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 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