Inequality
(noun)
- A situation in which some people or things are unequal in terms of rights, opportunities, or status.
- The state or quality of being unequal; lack of equality.
Origin:
Late 16th century (denoting an unjust or unequal state or condition): from french inégalité, from in- ("not") + égalité ("equality"), or from late latin inaequalitas.
Examples:
- The report highlighted the growing income inequality in the country.
- The government promised to tackle inequality by introducing new policies.
- The protest was aimed at raising awareness about the social and economic inequalities in the community.
- The educational system is a source of great inequality, with many children lacking access to quality schools.
- The inequality of wealth distribution is one of the main challenges facing the world today.