equality
10 synonyms and 6 antonyms for equality, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being equal, especially in rights, status, or opportunities.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use equality
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin aequalitas, "evenness, equality," from aequalis ("equal").
Full origin of equality →Frequently asked questions
What does “equality” mean?
The word “equality” means the state of being equal, especially in rights, status, or opportunities. In plain terms, everyone being treated the same and having the same rights.
How do you pronounce “equality”?
“Equality” is pronounced ih-KWOL-ih-tee (/ɪˈkwɑ.lɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “equality” in a sentence?
Here is “equality” used in a sentence: “The movement fought for equality between men and women in the workplace.”
What is another word for “equality”?
Words with a similar meaning to “equality” include egality, equation, evenness, par and sameness.
What is the opposite of “equality”?
The opposite of “equality” — its antonyms — are difference, inequality, discrimination, nonequivalence and pecking order.
What part of speech is “equality”?
“Equality” is a noun.
Where does the word “equality” come from?
The word “equality” comes from Latin. From Latin aequalitas, "evenness, equality," from aequalis ("equal").
Is “equality” a common word?
“Equality” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between 'equality' and 'equity'?
'Equality' means treating everyone the same, giving them identical rights, status, or resources. 'Equity' means fairness that takes different needs into account, sometimes giving people different support to reach a fair outcome. Equality is about sameness, while equity is about adjusting for circumstances.
What is the difference between 'equality' and 'equability'?
Despite the similar spelling, these words are unrelated in meaning. 'Equality' is the state of being equal in rights, status, or opportunities. 'Equability' refers to calmness and evenness of temper. Only 'equality' concerns fairness between people.
What is the difference between 'equality' and 'diversity'?
'Equality' means ensuring people have equal rights, status, and opportunities. 'Diversity' means including a range of different people, backgrounds, and perspectives. They are often paired, but equality is about fair treatment while diversity is about variety.