homogeneity
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for homogeneity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being made up of parts that are all the same or very alike.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
homogeneousness
Antonyms
heterogeneity
dishomogeneity
How to use homogeneity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ethnic homogeneity
cultural homogeneity
genetic homogeneity
lack of homogeneity
It is a formal, slightly academic word rather than everyday conversation.
Frequently asked questions
What does homogeneity mean?
It means the quality of being uniform, with all parts or members alike rather than mixed or varied.
Is homogeneity the opposite of diversity?
It is close in meaning, since it describes sameness rather than variety, though the direct dictionary opposite is heterogeneity.
What is an example of homogeneity?
A classroom where every pupil comes from the same background and holds the same views could be described as having a high degree of homogeneity.
