unequal

[ʌnˈiːkwəl]

unequal Definition

• 1. not equal in quantity, size, or value
• 2. not having the same rights or opportunities as others

Using unequal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unequal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The distribution of wealth is highly unequal in this country.

• Example

  The two sides of the room were of unequal length.

• Example

  Women still face unequal pay and discrimination in the workplace.

unequal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unequal

• uneven
• disproportionate
• unbalanced
• asymmetrical
• discriminatory

Antonyms for unequal

• equal
• even
• balanced
• symmetrical
• fair

Phrases with unequal

• unequal to

  not good enough for a particular task or purpose

  Example

  I'm afraid I'm unequal to the task of fixing your car.

• unequal footing

  a situation in which people or groups are not equal in terms of power, status, or resources

  Example

  The negotiations began on unequal footing, with one side having much more leverage than the other.

• unequal partnership

  a business or personal relationship in which one person or group has more power or control than the other

  Example

  Their marriage was an unequal partnership, with one partner dominating the other in all aspects of their life together.

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Summary: unequal in Brief

The term 'unequal' [ʌnˈiːkwəl] refers to things that are not equal in quantity, size, or value, or people who do not have the same rights or opportunities as others. Examples include 'The distribution of wealth is highly unequal in this country.' and 'Women still face unequal pay and discrimination in the workplace.' Phrases like 'unequal to' denote inadequacy, while 'unequal footing' and 'unequal partnership' describe power imbalances.