homogeneity

noun

ho·​mo·​ge·​ne·​i·​ty ˌhō-mə-jə-ˈnē-ə-tē How to pronounce homogeneity (audio)
-ˈnā-,
 also nonstandard  -ˈnī-;
 especially British  ˌhä-
1
: the quality or state of being of a similar kind or of having a uniform structure or composition throughout : the quality or state of being homogeneous
2
mathematics : the state of having identical cumulative distribution functions or values

Examples of homogeneity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web To confirm the presumption of homogeneity, astronomers needed to know not only how galaxies are distributed across the sky but how they're distributed in the third dimension of space—depth. Michael D. Lemonick, Scientific American, 1 Jan. 2024 It is exclusively shielded from the homogeneity of generic datasets that others can access. Jamie Lerner, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024 But, despite the military’s emphasis on precise homogeneity in dress, the aviators do boast subtle flourishes within their flight uniforms. Fawnia Soo Hoo, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Jan. 2024 The moment mirrors the broad terror that defines the band’s scuzzy, hooky rock music that takes aim at gentrification and homogeneity, settling down and domesticity. Pitchfork, 6 Dec. 2023 In a media environment increasingly characterized by a cacophony of voices, the homogeneity of the single, clear voice on the radio imbues huge power—even if that power comes without any guarantee of objectivity. Adil Rashid, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2023 Their confusion reveals their true objection to modern life: their fetish for homogeneity. Becca Rothfeld, Washington Post, 28 July 2023 The book suffers not just from its dogmatism but also from its homogeneity. Ian Wang, New York Times, 7 Nov. 2023 The strict homogeneity sends a strong message about Priscilla’s status, nonetheless. Fawnia Soo Hoo, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

see homogeneous

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of homogeneity was in 1625

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Cite this Entry

“Homogeneity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homogeneity. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

homogeneity

noun
ho·​mo·​ge·​ne·​i·​ty ˌhō-mə-jə-ˈnē-ət-ē How to pronounce homogeneity (audio) -ˈnā-ət- How to pronounce homogeneity (audio)
ˌhäm-ə-
plural homogeneities
: the quality or state of being homogeneous
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