uniformity

noun

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

Examples of uniformity in a Sentence

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Integration is typically guided by strategic fit rather than uniformity. Gustaf Lundberg Toresson, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026 The impulse to reimpose uniformity or respond to an economic challenge in ways that suppress growth turns real gains into real losses. Veronique De Rugy, Oc Register, 17 Jan. 2026 Mainstream schooling is often organized around speed and uniformity. Maria Williams, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026 The crosswalks have become a focal point in a broader debate over local expression versus state uniformity. Everton Bailey Jr, Dallas Morning News, 2 Jan. 2026 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 28 Jan. 2026.

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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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