Unequal: meaning, definitions and examples
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unequal
[ ʌnˈiːkwəl ]
mathematics
Not equal in quantity, size, or value.
Synonyms
disproportionate, uneven, varying.
Examples of usage
- There is an unequal distribution of resources in the country.
- The sides of the triangle are unequal in length.
social
Not fair or just; biased.
Synonyms
biased, discriminatory, unfair.
Examples of usage
- There is unequal treatment based on gender in the workplace.
- The educational system has been criticized for its unequal opportunities.
physics
Having an unequal distribution of electrical charge.
Synonyms
asymmetrical, unbalanced, uneven.
Examples of usage
- The two objects attract each other due to their unequal charges.
- The experiment demonstrated the concept of unequal electrical potential.
Translations
Translations of the word "unequal" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desigual
🇮🇳 असमान
🇩🇪 ungleich
🇮🇩 tidak sama
🇺🇦 нерівний
🇵🇱 nierówny
🇯🇵 不平等
🇫🇷 inégal
🇪🇸 desigual
🇹🇷 eşit olmayan
🇰🇷 불평등한
🇸🇦 غير متساوي
🇨🇿 nerovný
🇸🇰 nerovný
🇨🇳 不平等
🇸🇮 neenak
🇮🇸 ólíkur
🇰🇿 тең емес
🇬🇪 არათანაბარი
🇦🇿 bərabərsiz
🇲🇽 desigual
Etymology
The word 'unequal' dates back to the 14th century, derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'equal'. It has been used in various contexts to describe differences in quantity, size, value, fairness, and electrical charge.
See also: egalitarian, equal, equalitarian, equality, equalization, equalize, equalizing, equally, equals, equivocal, inequal, inequality, unequaled, unequalled, unequally.
Word Frequency Rank
At #7,104 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.
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