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

Abolitionists pointed to Jefferson’s rhetoric about the equality of men and his desire to see slavery eventually fade away. —Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 12 Feb. 2025

Equity is not equality, which is one of the important lessons DEI teaches us. —Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025

Mandela’s resilience, fueled by his unwavering hope for a future of equality and justice, serves as a testament to the indomitable human spirit. —Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025

In our city and state, where calls for equality and democracy are part of everyday conversation, the silence is deafening. —Jeremy Gruber, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2025

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