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unequal

/ʌnˈiːkwəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Not equal in quantity, size, degree, or quality.

  • adjective

    Differing from one another in some respect.


Rhymes
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unequal , seal , veil , ale , ail , ailment , hail , pale , tail , whale
Variants
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unequal , unequally , unequals
Etymology
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Old English unigleican, from un- 'not' + leican 'like'.


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  1. The term 'unequal' is often used in mathematics to describe functions or equations that are not equal for all values of their inputs.

  2. In some contexts, 'unequal' can also be used as a verb, meaning 'to make unequal' or 'to treat unfairly'.

  3. The concept of 'unequality' has been a major theme in philosophy and social theory, with thinkers such as John Rawls and Noam Chomsky exploring its implications for justice and equality.


Related Concepts
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  1. inequality: A broader concept related to 'unequal', which refers to the lack of equality between individuals or groups, often in terms of access to resources, opportunities, or rights.

  2. asymmetry: A mathematical concept related to 'unequal', which refers to the lack of symmetry between two or more objects or quantities.


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In literature, 'unequal' is often used to describe characters or situations that are disparate or uneven in some way. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', the lovers' families are described as 'unequal' in their social status and wealth, leading to their tragic downfall.

How to Memorize "unequal"

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