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Disparity (Noun)

Meaning

Inequality or difference in some respect.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The wealth disparity between the rich and the poor has been increasing over the years, leading to social and economic unrest.
  • There is a significant disparity in the funding allocated to public schools in affluent neighborhoods compared to those in disadvantaged areas.
  • The report highlighted the disparity in salaries between men and women in the corporate sector, with women earning significantly less than their male counterparts.
  • The country's economic policies have created a disparity in access to healthcare, with those in rural areas struggling to access basic medical facilities.
  • The study revealed a significant disparity in the treatment of black and white students in the school system, with black students being more likely to be suspended or expelled.

Hyponyms

  • Spread
  • Disconnect
  • Disconnection

Related Words

  • Disparate (adjective)
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