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

Albanese’s government has repeatedly touted its gender-equality agenda, highlighting the country’s first-ever national strategy to implement it. — Chad De Guzman, Time, 6 July 2026

The original design featured 13 stripes representing the colonies and 13 stars arranged in a circle to symbolize equality among them. — Pete Cuddihy, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026

The movie continues its tradition of addressing social issues, this time focusing on human equality and colonial looting, with pointed dialogue criticizing the British Empire. — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

As we’ve all been reminded over the last year and a half, many in this country are determined to see equality’s triumphs reversed. — Brian Delay, Mercury News, 4 July 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