Inequity — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /(ˌ)i-ˈne-kwə-tē/ in·eq·ui·ty

Meaning & Definition of Inequity

Inequity (noun)

  1. injustice, unfairness
  2. an instance of injustice or unfairness

Inequity (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the state of being unfair or unjust

    "the inequity of the punishment led many people to believe that the defendant was being punished for his political beliefs"

    similar: injustice, unfairness, unjustness
    related: dirtiness, foulness
    opposite: equity, fairness, justice

  2. unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this

    "the unavoidable inequities of any system for distributing benefits"

    similar: disservice, injury, injustice, raw deal, shaft, unfairness, unjustness, wrong
    related: affront, indignity, insult, offense, outrage, put-down, slight, slur, beef, complaint, grievance
    opposite: equitableness, equity, fairness, justice
    near: cricket

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inequity

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inequity:

injustice, unfairness, unjustness, disservice, injury, raw deal, shaft, wrong

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inequity

Words with the opposite meaning of Inequity:

equity, fairness, justice, equitableness

Related Words for Inequity

dirtiness, foulness, affront, indignity, insult, offense, outrage, put-down, slight, slur, beef, complaint, grievance

Near Antonyms of Inequity

cricket

Origin & Etymology of Inequity

First known use: 1556

Frequently Asked Questions about Inequity

What does "Inequity" mean?

"Inequity" means injustice, unfairness. As a noun, it is defined as: injustice, unfairness. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Inequity"?

Other words for "Inequity" include injustice, unfairness, unjustness, disservice, injury, raw deal, shaft and wrong. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inequity" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Inequity"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inequity". Common alternatives include injustice, unfairness, unjustness, disservice, injury, raw deal, shaft and wrong.

What is the opposite of "Inequity"?

Antonyms of "Inequity" include equity, fairness, justice and equitableness. Near antonyms include cricket.

How do you use "Inequity" in a sentence?

Examples of "Inequity" in a sentence: "the inequity of the punishment led many people to believe that the defendant was being punished for his political beliefs"; "the unavoidable inequities of any system for distributing benefits".

Is "Inequity" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inequity" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Inequity"?

"Inequity" is pronounced /(ˌ)i-ˈne-kwə-tē/ and divided into syllables as in·eq·ui·ty.

What is the origin of the word "Inequity"?

First known use: 1556.