equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty i-ˈkwä-lə-tē 

plural equalities

1

: the quality or state of being equal

2

: equation sense 2a

Synonyms

• 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

Aparicio, who made history as the first Indigenous woman ever nominated for a Best Actress Academy Award, has used her platform to amplify underrepresented voices and champion gender equality and Indigenous rights worldwide as a cultural ambassador for Mexico. —Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025

Briefly put, every step forward toward racial equality generates a backlash from a significant portion of the white population. —Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025

Connolly’s outspoken style and message of social equality and inclusivity have appealed to many, especially younger voters. —Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025

First elected to parliament in 1993, Takaichi has served as minister of economic security, internal affairs and gender equality. —Selina Wang, ABC News, 27 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th 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