Word
equality
Meanings
the principle that everyone should have the same rights, opportunities, and treatment
a state in which two or more things are equal in amount, value, or status
Definition
Equality is the principle that all people should have the same rights, opportunities, and treatment.
Equality means ensuring that people are treated fairly and given the same rights and opportunities. It focuses on removing unfair discrimination and applying the same rules to everyone. In practice, it can refer to equal access to education, work, services, and participation in public life.
Examples
- The new policy was designed to promote equality across all departments, not just in hiring but in day-to-day decision-making.
- I support equality, yet I also recognize that achieving it can require careful changes to long-standing systems.
- They marched to demand equality and insisted that public services be accessible to everyone on the same terms.
- She argued that equality in education depends on consistent standards as well as equal access to resources.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse equality (same rights or treatment) with equity (fairness that may require different support).
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