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inequity

Noun B2 – Upper-Intermediate

Unfairness, especially in the way resources or opportunities are distributed.

"The report highlighted deep inequity in access to healthcare between rural and urban areas."

Don't confuse "inequity" (unfairness) with "inequality" (a difference in amount), though the two overlap in many real situations.

Synonyms

unfairness injustice

Antonyms

equity fairness