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- Dictionaryinequality/ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti/
noun
- 1. difference in size, degree, circumstances, etc.; lack of equality: "social inequality"
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INEQUALITY definition: 1. the unfair situation in society when some people have more opportunities, money, etc. than other…. Learn more.
noun. in· equal· i· ty ˌi-ni-ˈkwä-lə-tē. Synonyms of inequality. 1. : the quality of being unequal or uneven: such as. a. : social disparity. b. : disparity of distribution or opportunity. c. : lack of evenness. d. : the condition of being variable : changeableness. 2. : an instance of being unequal. 3.
Definition of Inequality. ( noun) The uneven and unfair distribution of opportunities and rewards that increase power, prestige, and wealth for individuals or groups; social disparity.
noun [ C or U ] us / ˌɪn.ɪˈkwɑː.lə.t̬i / uk / ˌɪn.ɪˈkwɒl.ə.ti / Add to word list. C2. the unfair situation in society when some people have more opportunities, money, etc. than other people: The law has done little to prevent racial discrimination and inequality. sexual inequality. There remain major inequalities of opportunity in the workplace.
Inequality definition: the condition of being unequal; lack of equality; disparity. See examples of INEQUALITY used in a sentence.
Inequality is the difference in social status, wealth, or opportunity between people or groups. People are concerned about social inequality. American English : inequality / ɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti /
INEQUALITY meaning: an unfair situation in which some people have more rights or better opportunities than other people.
the unfair difference between groups of people in society, when some have more wealth, status or opportunities than others. We need to tackle inequality of opportunity wherever we find it. economic inequalities between different areas. Gender and racial inequality are still widespread throughout society. opposite equality. Collocations Race.
INEQUALITY definition: a situation in which some groups in a society have more advantages than others: . Learn more.
Inequality is not just about wealth (net worth) or income (pre-tax salary). It can also be seen in life expectancy, or how easily a person can get healthcare, quality education or public services. There are inequalities between sexes and social groups.
