Definitions for inequity
ɪnˈɛk wɪ tiin·equity

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. unfairness, inequitynoun

   injustice by virtue of not conforming with rules or standards

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. inequitynoun

   A lack of justice; injustice.

2. inequitynoun

   An unjust act; a disservice.

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1. inequity

   Inequity refers to unfairness or injustice in treatment, circumstances, or distribution of resources, often stemming from societal structures or systems. It involves favoring certain groups over others, resulting in unequal opportunities and outcomes, and is commonly seen in areas like wealth, health, and social status.

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1. Inequitynoun

   want of equity; injustice; wrong

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1. Inequity

   Inequality vs. Inequity -- In this Grammar.com article you will learn the differences between the words Inequality and Inequity.

Matched Categories

1. • Injustice

Anagrams for inequity »

1. equinity

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of inequity in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of inequity in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of inequity in a Sentence

1. Former Maryland Gov. Parris Glendening:

   He understands what it is like to be the top elected official in a really challenging urban area, including the area of law enforcement, what you've got here is a powder keg in the sense that the community doesn't trust the police and the police doesn't trust the community, amidst a growing sense of poverty and inequity and hopelessness.

2. Ifi Akpandak CEO of Brava:

   There is a clear inequity in the market and it's really up to us as a community to right the failures of our own economic institutions.

3. Allison Scott:

   The lack of significant progress indicates how deeply ingrained inequity in tech actually is, and indicates comprehensive approaches — not quick fixes — are needed, we must ask ourselves, what are the negative consequences to companies when numbers don't change or hiring goals are not reached ?

4. Kat Stafford:

   There’s a real transit inequity issue in America. It exists right here in my hometown of Detroit. When I covered city hall, I spent hours at city council meetings where I heard residents complain and beg for improved bus services and access.

5. Luisa Kroll:

   We are in a bad moment for the very rich, you see a vehemence against these people because of the wealth inequity that we see in the world. Nobody's immune from market forces and markets being shaken up, and that's impacting even the ultra-rich.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=inequity
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Inequity
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inequity