Definitions for inequityɪnˈɛk wɪ ti

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

in•eq•ui•tyɪnˈɛk wɪ ti(n.)(pl.)-ties.

  1. lack of equity; unfairness.

  2. an unfair circumstance or proceeding.

Origin of inequity:

1550–60

Princeton's WordNet

  1. unfairness, inequity(noun)

    injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards

Wiktionary

  1. inequity(Noun)

    A lack of justice; injustice.

  2. inequity(Noun)

    An unjust act; a disservice.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Inequity(noun)

    want of equity; injustice; wrong


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