Uniformity: meaning, definitions and examples

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uniformity

 

[ juหnษชหˆfษ”หmษชti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in statistics

The quality or state of being uniform; freedom from variation or difference.

Synonyms

consistency, homogeneity, similarity.

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uniformity

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consistency

Used when stressing reliability, steady conformity, or minimal variation over time.

  • Consistency in project management leads to better outcomes
  • The athlete's consistency in performance earned her numerous awards
homogeneity

Best when discussing the similarity of elements within a group, often in scientific, technical, or social contexts.

  • Researchers studied the homogeneity of cell samples
  • The cultural homogeneity of the community was apparent in their shared traditions
similarity

Applicable when pointing out resemblances between different objects, ideas, or people without implying exact sameness.

  • There's a striking similarity between the two paintings
  • The twins' similarity confused everyone at the party

Examples of usage

  • Data uniformity is crucial for accurate analysis.
  • The experiment lacked uniformity in its results.
Context #2 | Noun

in social sciences

The quality or state of being the same in all its parts.

Synonyms

consistency, equality, standardization.

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uniformity

Best used to describe a situation where everything is the same or very similar, often in appearance or function. It implies a lack of variation.

  • The military demands uniformity in dress and behavior.
  • The factory prides itself on the uniformity of its products.
equality

Used to convey fairness and sameness in status, rights, or opportunities among people or groups. It often appears in social, legal, and economic contexts.

  • The new law aims to promote gender equality in the workplace.
  • Equality in education ensures that all students have access to the same opportunities.
consistency

Refers to the quality of always being the same, especially in terms of behavior, actions, or quality. It implies reliability and predictability.

  • Her consistency in delivering high-quality work earned her a promotion.
  • Baking requires consistency in measurement and timing.
standardization

Best applied to situations where there is an effort to make things conform to a common standard, usually for efficiency, compatibility, or quality control.

  • The standardization of processes helps improve productivity.
  • Standardization in exam grading ensures fairness.

Examples of usage

  • Uniformity of culture is important for social cohesion.
  • The policy aims to promote uniformity in treatment of all citizens.
Context #3 | Noun

in design

The consistent use of design elements throughout a document or project.

Synonyms

cohesion, consistency, harmony.

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uniformity

Used when describing the state of being the same or identical across all parts or at all times. It can refer to physical appearance, policies, behavior, etc.

  • The uniforms provided a sense of uniformity among the school's students
consistency

Typically refers to how regularly or reliably something occurs or is done in the same way, often focused on quality or performance.

  • Her work consistency impressed the employers, and she got promoted
harmony

Used to describe a state of peacefulness or compatibility, often in the context of relationships, music, or aesthetics.

  • The choir sang in perfect harmony, filling the room with beautiful music
cohesion

Often used in social and organizational contexts to describe how well members of a group or team work together and stay united.

  • The team's cohesion improved after they spent a weekend at the retreat

Examples of usage

  • The website design lacked uniformity in color scheme.
  • The brand guidelines ensure uniformity in all marketing materials.

Translations

Translations of the word "uniformity" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น uniformidade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเค•เคฐเฅ‚เคชเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Einheitlichkeit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keseragaman

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะดะฝะพั€ั–ะดะฝั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jednolitoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‡ไธ€ๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท uniformitรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ uniformidad

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tekdรผzelik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ท ์ผ์„ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฌุงู†ุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jednotnost

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jednotnosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ€่‡ดๆ€ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ enotnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ samrรฆmi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั–ั€ะบะตะปะบั–ะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒ แƒ—แƒ’แƒ•แƒแƒ แƒแƒ•แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vahidlik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ uniformidad

Etymology

The word 'uniformity' originated from the Latin word 'uniformitas', which is derived from 'uniformis' meaning 'uniform'. The concept of uniformity has been important in various fields such as statistics, social sciences, and design, emphasizing the consistency and equality in different contexts.

See also: nonuniformity, uniform, uniformly.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,037 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.