Synonyms of inequity

inequity

noun

(ˌ)i-ˈne-kwə-tē 

1

as in injustice

the state of being unfair or unjust

the inequity of the punishment led many people to believe that the defendant was being punished for his political beliefs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• injustice
• unfairness
• unjustness
• foulness
• dirtiness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• justice
• equity
• fairness

2

as in wrong

unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this

the unavoidable inequities of any system for distributing benefits

Synonyms & Similar Words

• injustice
• wrong
• injury
• unfairness
• insult
• disservice
• unjustness
• shaft
• raw deal
• indignity
• affront
• outrage
• offense
• grievance
• slight
• slur
• beef
• complaint
• put-down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• equity
• justice
• fairness
• equitableness
• cricket

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of inequity

These gaps compound existing inequities and contribute to the chronic disease burden that defines so much of modern American life. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

In addition, these newer therapies also underscore additional limitations of our current system, which include inequities in access due in part to the high cost. — Jamie Maguire, STAT, 12 Aug. 2026

These inequities inspired Aronow to create the organization Women That Rock in 2018. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 10 Aug. 2026

This may be especially true when demands to condemn Mangione appear to ignore inequities within an American health insurance system perceived as corrupt and unjust. — Evan Clarkson, The Conversation, 6 Aug. 2026