inequality (/ˌɪn.ɪˈkwɒl.ə.ti/)
noun · Intermediate · Culture & Society
🔊 /ˌɪn.ɪˈkwɒl.ə.ti/
Meaning
Meaning: unequal distribution
An unfair difference in wealth, opportunity, or status between people or groups. It is a major topic in social and economic debate.
Examples
🗣 Rising inequality means that a small number of people now control most of the nation’s wealth.
Etymology
From ‘in-‘ (not) plus ‘equality’, from Latin ‘aequalitas’.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in economics, sociology, and political debate.
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Tags: economy, society