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disparities

n. C / U
C1 Advanced US //dɪˈspɛɹətiz// UK //dɪspˈæɹɪtiz// dis·par·i·ties

n. large and unfair differences between groups of people or things. You often hear this word when people talk about money, health, or rights.

n. noticeable and often unfair differences or inconsistencies between two or more things. Frequently used in sociological and economic contexts to describe systemic inequalities.


SIMPLE

There are huge disparities in wealth between the two cities.

CONTEXTUAL

The report highlighted significant disparities in healthcare access between urban and rural populations.

COMPLEX

Economists argue that addressing regional disparities requires not just direct investment, but also a fundamental restructuring of the local education and transport systems to support long-term growth.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural to describe multiple instances of inequality; often paired with the preposition 'between' or 'in'.

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