equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty i-ˈkwä-lə-tē 

plural equalities

1

: the quality or state of being equal

2

: equation sense 2a

Synonyms

• coequality
• coordinateness
• equivalence
• equivalency
• par
• parity
• sameness

Examples of equality in a Sentence

the ideals of liberty and equality

it's absurd to suggest that there's an equality in the evil committed by the Nazis and the crimes of the government of that Asian country

Recent Examples on the Web

This mutual desire for understanding speaks to the equality that is essential for a thriving partnership. —Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024

Creative architects tapped into this economical style to imagine structures that were enormous, expressive, and impressive, but they also were imbued with a social spirit of equality, intended to represent democratic values through their material honesty. —Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 20 Dec. 2024

Even so, there are people who insist the Founding Fathers' idea of religious equality is insufficient. —Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024

Hutson uses these tools with equality and inclusion in mind. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty i-ˈkwäl-ət-ē 

plural equalities

: the quality, fact, or state of being equal

Legal Definition

equality

noun

equal·​i·​ty

: the quality or state of being equal: as

a

: sameness or equivalence in number, quantity, or measure

b

: likeness or sameness in quality, power, status, or degree