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What is another word for Unequal? – 156 Unequal Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    disparate uneven unequalized unbalanced disproportionate asymmetrical inconsistent irregular unevenly lopsided biased prejudiced discriminatory unfair unjust inequitable disparate dissimilar unlike different unequal nonuniform varied diverse contrastive distinguishable separate distinct uneven disproportionate unproportionate imbalanced awry askew partial one-sided favoring inclined tendentious slanted weighted disposed oriented directed

    Meaning of Unequal

    The primary meaning of the word "unequal" refers to not equal in size, degree, or quality.

    Definitions

    • Not equal in size, degree, or quality
    • * Not having the same rights, status, or opportunities as others
    • * Not having or showing the same level of skill, ability, or achievement as others

    Etymology of Unequal

    The word "unequal" has its roots in the Latin words "in-" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") and "aequus" (meaning "equal" or "level"), with the prefix "un-" added to the Latin "equalis" to form the English word "unequal", which has been in use since the 15th century to describe things that are not equal in various aspects.

    Example Uses

    • The two teams were unequal in terms of skill and experience, which made the game quite one-sided.
    • * The distribution of wealth in the country is unequal, with a small percentage of the population holding the majority of the wealth.
    • * The new policy aims to address the unequal access to education in rural areas.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    equal uniform balanced proportional symmetrical even consistent regular just fair equitable impartial unbiased neutral identical similar alike comparable corresponding matching identical duplicate tantamount commensurate analogous

    Related Nouns

    inequality disparity difference imbalance unevenness disproportion asymmetry inconsistency irregularity variability diversity contrast distinction separation discrimination prejudice bias favoritism partiality one-sidedness tendency orientation direction

    Related Verbs

    differentiate distinguish discriminate separate divide contrast compare weigh balance equalize level adjust regulate rectify redress alleviate mitigate compensate counterbalance offset

    Related Adjectives

    disparate uneven unbalanced disproportionate asymmetrical inconsistent irregular varied diverse contrastive distinguishable separate distinct uneven disproportionate unproportionate imbalanced biased prejudiced discriminatory unfair unjust inequitable nonuniform varied diverse contrastive distinguishable separate distinct different unlike unequal dissimilar unlike different unequal nonuniform varied diverse contrastive distinguishable separate distinct