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

Suggestions that the law creates inequities overlook the populations most affected. — Torie Bosch, STAT, 18 July 2026

Cindy Donis, a water organizer with East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice, said artwork can also raise awareness around inequities. — Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

In an effort to address public health inequity, the city partnered with Sutter Health. — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

The World Health Organization tempered optimism about improvements in cancer treatment and said global health care inequities are driving more cases and deaths. — Daniel Wu, Washington Post, 8 July 2026