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

RRaytron Microelectronics+1 Dedicated processing is important because infrared detector data can be affected by issues including temperature drift and non-uniformity. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 20 Sep. 2026

Soft neutral tones are lifted by a curved leather-and-wood headboard, striking blue wall art inspired by traditional Turkish textiles and elegant pendant lighting that gives the room warmth rather than hotel uniformity. — Vicki Power, TheWeek, 14 Sep. 2026

Wade knew that despite their apparent uniformity, oceans hide many distinct habitats that differ in temperature, currents, ultraviolet light, chemistry, and oxygen. — Quanta Magazine, 11 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

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