uniformity

noun

uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mə-tē How to pronounce uniformity (audio)
plural uniformities
1
: the quality or state of being uniform
2
: an instance of uniformity

Examples of uniformity in a Sentence

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Traditional fabrication methods often fail to maintain nanoscale uniformity in lithium electrode production. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2025 The partnership with Lavazza will bring uniformity to the airline's caffeine options. Zach Wichter, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025 The simple piece was coordinated with a pair of black heels, preserving the overall look’s uniformity. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025 Both a trial judge and group of intermediate appellate judges rejected that argument, since uniformity analysis can’t mix and match taxes. Robert Raiola, Sportico.com, 27 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for uniformity

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of uniformity was in the 15th century

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“Uniformity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uniformity. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

uniformity

noun
uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mət-ē How to pronounce uniformity (audio)
plural uniformities
: the quality or state or an instance of being uniform

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