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Definition of inequity noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

inequity

noun
 
/ɪnˈekwəti/
 
/ɪnˈekwəti/
[countable, uncountable]
(plural inequities)
(formal)
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  1. something that is unfair; the state of being unfair synonym injustice
    • The new government sought to justify social inequity by promoting ideals of self-help.
    • There are huge inequities in funding for schools.
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