inequality

noun

Definition of inequalitynext
as in difference
a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal amounts They discussed the problem of inequality between students. He accused the company of inequality in its hiring practices.

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Recent Examples of inequality Some have worried that without guardrails or federal oversight, states will use the money to advance their own priorities in ways that potentially entrench inequality. — Bianca Vázquez Toness, Twin Cities, 12 Mar. 2025 Luxury’s Existential Crisis In societies where inequality is soaring, materialism increasingly questioned and younger generations prioritize values over status, luxury must be redefined. — Laurence Lim, WWD, 11 Mar. 2025 Income inequality in the US is at historically very high levels, and the share of total income garnered by the top 1% of the workforce is tipping levels only seen in the 1930’s. — Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 That system, Fritz Alphonse Jean said, has fueled immense misery and social inequalities as well as the current gang violence that has a desperate population urgently calling for help. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inequality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inequality
  1. difference
  2. diversity
  3. distance
  4. imbalance
  5. divergence
  6. disagreement
  7. disparity
  8. friction
Noun
  • That's the difference between the first term and the second term, that on this issue Trump will be the moderating influence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Yet there is one key difference: Linfield have been significantly less dominant domestically than any of those clubs.
    — Colin Millar, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
Definition of difference
Noun
  • This trend is part of a broader shift in the wine industry, where consumers are seeking diversity in their wine experiences and moving beyond familiar options like pinot grigio.
    — Rachel King, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Of course, children should become acquainted with the wide variety of beliefs and lifestyles among Americans in order to appreciate the value of diversity in our society.
    — Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of diversity
Noun
  • Keep a distance from high profile vehicles such as trucks, buses and vehicles towing trailers.
    — KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Meanwhile, Naz, a nature photographer, keeps himself at a distance after fleeing divinity school and the life his parents had so carefully crafted for him.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of distance
Noun
  • In a 2022 interview that broached the subject of Ghost Mountain’s departure, Sematary described the conflict as an imbalance of passion.
    — Meaghan Garvey, Pitchfork, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Getty Images The bloc is firmly in his sights, however, with Trump threatening 25% of levies and lambasting the EU for trade imbalances with the States.
    — Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of imbalance
Noun
  • The trend marks a sharp divergence from the United States, where schools have virtually universally rebuffed students’ demands to sever ties with Israeli institutions, citing principles of academic freedom.
    — Shira Li Bartov, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The above graph shows the divergence in distributions of the number of March Madness bids per year by conference.
    — Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of divergence
Noun
  • In a Thursday, March 20 trailer, fans of Sister Wives got a sneak peek of what’s to come in the second half of season 19 — and further insight into Meri and Kody's disagreement concerning the Flagstaff, Ariz., compound.
    — Charna Flam, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
  • But there are a lot of obstacles to overcome first, such as sharp disagreements over territory and Ukraine's future security.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of disagreement
Noun
  • The disparity between the two assets, neither of which generates a yield or pays a dividend, has been more noticeable over the last two months with gold rising by 11% and Bitcoin falling by 22%.
    — Tim Treadgold, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The disparity in the two golfers’ resumes is stark.
    — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of disparity
Noun
  • Quick decisions take precedence over nuanced discussions, but short-term efficiency often leads to long-term friction.
    — Chaitra Vedullapalli, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Her office’s handling of potential wrongful convictions has also led to friction in courtrooms.
    — Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of friction

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