CEFR B2

disparity

noun

Meaning

A great difference, especially one that is not fair or reasonable.

Examples

There is a significant disparity between the rich and the poor in many countries.
The study highlighted the wage disparity between men and women in the same roles.

Synonyms: difference, inequality, imbalance, discrepancy, divergence

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disparity (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspærəti/

Definition

A great difference, especially one that is not fair or reasonable.

Examples

There is a significant disparity between the rich and the poor in many countries.
The study highlighted the wage disparity between men and women in the same roles.
Educational opportunities often show a stark disparity between urban and rural areas.

How to Use disparity

disparity in (prepositional phrase): A difference within a specific area or characteristic. — "There is a clear disparity in access to healthcare services."
disparity between (prepositional phrase): A difference comparing two or more groups or things. — "The disparity between urban and rural living costs continues to grow."
reduce disparity (collocation): To lessen the difference. — "Policies are designed to reduce disparity in opportunities."

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