uniformity

noun

uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mə-tē How to pronounce uniformity (audio)
plural uniformities
1
: the quality or state of being uniform
2
: an instance of uniformity

Examples of uniformity in a Sentence

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Building standards across the region lack uniformity and are generally subjective and uncontrolled. Farah Nibbs, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2024 Ultimately, the company believes this will result in more uniformity in fruit and result in less waste. New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2024 Those roasted include the suburban fixation on uniformity, the capriciousness of the media and the negligence and all-around laziness of law enforcement. Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Oct. 2024 TikTok is packed with testimonials from users who swear by meal uniformity, whether that means sticking to a specific lunch or cycling through the same menu daily. Korin Miller, Health, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for uniformity 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of uniformity was in the 15th century

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“Uniformity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uniformity. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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uniformity

noun
uni·​for·​mi·​ty ˌyü-nə-ˈfȯr-mət-ē How to pronounce uniformity (audio)
plural uniformities
: the quality or state or an instance of being uniform
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