inequity

noun

in·​eq·​ui·​ty (ˌ)i-ˈne-kwə-tē 

1

: injustice, unfairness

2

: an instance of injustice or unfairness

Synonyms

• injustice
• unfairness
• unjustness

Examples of inequity in a Sentence

the inequities in wages paid to men and women

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Imposter syndrome is a similar mask, obscuring systemic inequities that fuel self-doubt. —Shari Dunn, TIME, 25 Feb. 2025

Systemic inequities, along with growing DEI resistance and an avalanche of executive orders have created a precarious work environment. —Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025

One of Keck’s biggest focuses in recent years has been around maternal health inequities, something that disproportionally impacts Black and Latina patients. —Ian Thomas, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2025

Combat educational inequities: Addressing racial and socioeconomic disparities requires policies rooted in local needs, not dictated by mayoral politics. —Matt Gonzales, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1556, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for inequity

• equity

Kids Definition

inequity

noun

in·​eq·​ui·​ty (ˈ)in-ˈek-wət-ē 

plural inequities

1

: injustice sense 1, unfairness

2

: an instance of injustice or unfairness

Legal Definition

inequity

noun

in·​eq·​ui·​ty in-ˈe-kwə-tē 

plural inequities

: injustice

also : an instance of injustice