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

That, combined with the broader national reckoning on race and equality, was enough to convince universities across the country to stop requiring the standardized tests for admission. — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

In revisiting Parks’ time with Life magazine during the 1950s through the 1970s, the exhibition captures the unequivocal truth of the enduring struggle for equality and the perseverance of Black American life. — Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

For much of the 20th century, Guatemalans who advocated for self-government, equality before the law, and the welfare of the majority—that is, social democrats—knew that the state might try to kill them. — Will Freeman, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026

Although there have been significant wins for LGBTQ+ equality since its inception, Thorud said the organization faces similar issues to those of 35 years ago, including a lack of representation for transgender and nonbinary journalists. — Kat Tran, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 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