uniformity

noun

uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mə-tē 

plural uniformities

1

: the quality or state of being uniform

2

: an instance of uniformity

Examples of uniformity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its 58mm steel flat burrs ensure precision and uniformity, with 41 settings to choose from for cold brew, pour-over, drip, French press, AeroPress and espresso. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 8 Sep. 2026

Proponents have said the changes would bring uniformity to the zoning code — in line with what’s allowed on adjacent Calle Ocho — to allow for new development and more housing in Little Havana. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026

That’s mainly because such splits undermine national uniformity, the legal principle that federal law should apply consistently nationwide and not benefit or hurt parties based on where their case happens to be litigated. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 31 Aug. 2026

This is where spectral imaging and vision systems monitor shade variations and print registration in real time across the full width of the fabric roll, ensuring dye uniformity from batch to batch. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for uniformity

• disconformity
• nonconformity
• unconformity
• conformity
• deformity
• enormity
• nonuniformity

Kids Definition

uniformity

noun

uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mət-ē 

plural uniformities

: the quality or state or an instance of being uniform