Definition

The state of being equal in status, rights, or opportunities.

Example

The organization promotes coequality among all its members.

Conversation

I was reading about coequality in society recently.

Oh really? What did you find out?

It emphasized how important it is for everyone to be treated equally.

That makes a lot of sense; we need more of that in our communities.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coequality → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "aequalis" (from Latin, meaning equal). The word "coequality" refers to the state of being equal together or having equal status.

Memory Tip

Think of people being 'together' ('co-') and 'equal' ('aequalis') — that's what coequality means.

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