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inequality

/ˌɪnɪˈkwɒlɪti/

Meanings
  • noun

    A state or condition of not being equal, especially in respect of wealth, education, or opportunities.

    - "Despite their hard work, they faced inequality in pay."
    - "The issue of inequality in education has been a topic of debate for decades."

Synonyms

inequation
Rhymes
Words rhyming with inequality
reality , sanity , purity , rarity
Variants
List of all variants of inequality that leads to same result
inequalities , inequality , triangle inequalities , triangle inequality
Forms
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Inequalities, Inequality's, Inequality is


Etymology
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From Old French 'inalite' meaning 'unequality'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'inequality' was first used in the English language in the 15th century.

  2. Inequality is a complex issue that affects not only individuals but also entire societies and economies.


Related Concepts
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  1. Social Inequality: A systemic and persistent difference in opportunities, resources, or privileges between different social groups.

  2. Economic Inequality: A significant difference in wealth, income, or resources between individuals or groups within a society.


Culture
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Inequality has been a significant theme in literature, art, and music, often used to highlight social injustices and inequities. In George Orwell's 'Animal Farm', the pigs represent the ruling class, while the other animals represent the working class, highlighting the inequality between them.

How to Memorize "inequality"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a scale where one side is heavier than the other, representing the unequal distribution of resources or opportunities.

  2. associate

    - Think of a line where some people are on one side and others are on the opposite side, representing the divide created by inequality.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the phrase 'Not Equal' to remember the meaning of inequality.


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