"inequity" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

IPA: /ɪnˈɛk.wɨ.ti/ [UK], /ɪnˈɛkwɪti/ [US], /ɪnˈɛkwɪɾi/ [US] Forms: inequities [plural]
Etymology: From in- + equity. Compare iniquity. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|in|equity}} in- + equity, {{m|en|iniquity}} iniquity Head templates: {{en-noun|~}} inequity (countable and uncountable, plural inequities)
  1. A lack of equity (justice). Tags: countable, uncountable
    Sense id: en-inequity-en-noun-2FM1KmZl
  2. An unjust act; a disservice. Tags: countable, uncountable
    Sense id: en-inequity-en-noun-6~KOgcHP Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with in- Disambiguation of English entries with incorrect language header: 17 83 Disambiguation of English terms prefixed with in-: 42 58
The following are not (yet) sense-disambiguated
Synonyms: bias, injustice, partiality, unfairness Related terms: inequitable, inhumane, unethical

Inflected forms

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    {
      "word": "unfairness"
    }
  ],
  "word": "inequity"
}

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