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Unequally: meaning, definitions and examples

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unequally

 

[ ʌn'iːkwəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

comparison

In an unequal or uneven manner.

Synonyms

disproportionately, inconsistently, unevenly

Examples of usage

  • They distributed the resources unequally among the team members.
  • The wealth in the country is distributed unequally.

Translations

Translations of the word "unequally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desigualmente

🇮🇳 असमान रूप से

🇩🇪 ungleich

🇮🇩 tidak merata

🇺🇦 нерівномірно

🇵🇱 nierówno

🇯🇵 不平等に

🇫🇷 inégalement

🇪🇸 desigualmente

🇹🇷 eşit olmayan şekilde

🇰🇷 불균등하게

🇸🇦 بشكل غير متساوٍ

🇨🇿 nerovnoměrně

🇸🇰 nerovnomerne

🇨🇳 不均等地

🇸🇮 neenako

🇮🇸 ójafnt

🇰🇿 тең емес

🇬🇪 არათანაბრად

🇦🇿 bərabərsiz

🇲🇽 desigualmente

Etymology

The word 'unequally' is derived from the word 'equal' with the prefix 'un-' added to indicate the opposite meaning. It has been used in the English language to describe situations where things are not distributed evenly or fairly. The concept of inequality has been a subject of social, economic, and political discussions throughout history, highlighting the importance of fairness and justice in various aspects of life.

See also: egalitarian, equal, equalitarian, equality, equalization, equalize, equalizing, equally, equals, equivocal, inequal, inequality, unequal, unequaled, unequalled.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,947, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.