noun

equality

equality

They are fighting for racial equality.

They are fighting for racial equality.

We need to ensure equality of opportunity.

We need to ensure equality of opportunity.

equality ((between sb./sth.)) the state of being equal between people/things We want equality between men and women.

Synonyms: fairness, impartiality; Antonyms: inequality, discrimination

From 'equal' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ity', indicating a state or quality.

The suffix '-ity' means 'the state of being...'. So, 'the state of being equal'.

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