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un·e·qual
 unequal
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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of two or more things, not having the same amount, value, or quality; not equal.
They complained because the food was served in unequal portions.They both play the violin but with unequal ability.- antonyms:
- equal, equivalent, even, identical
- similar words:
- unlike
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| definition 2: |
less than or inferior to that which another individual or group receives or experiences.
unequal payunequal treatment under the lawunequal housing |
| definition 3: |
not well balanced or matched.
There was no surprise as to the winner of this unequal contest.The art teacher was critical of the unequal composition of her drawing.- antonyms:
- even
- similar words:
- lopsided, one-sided, uneven
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| definition 4: |
uneven or inconsistent; variable.
an unequal distribution- similar words:
- lopsided, one-sided, uneven
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| definition 5: |
insufficient for some purpose or task (fol. by "to").
Unfortunately, he was unequal to the demands of the job.- antonyms:
- competent, equal
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| related words: |
dissimilar, incomparable |
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| derivation: |
unequally (adv.) |
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