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 divide has serious consequences for gender equality and economic opportunity. —Joseph Cimpian, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2025

Along with his music career, Yarrow was committed to a number of causes ranging from equal rights, peace and the environment to gender equality, homelessness, hospice care, public broadcasting and education. —Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2025

The first was his deep personal and religious commitment to equality, dignity, justice and fairness. —Michael Posner, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025

As the prime minister's spouse, Grégoire Trudeau advocated for gender equality, youth empowerment and health issues domestically and internationally. —Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 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