Equalness

/ˈiːkwəlnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being equal; the condition of having the same value, rights, or status.

Etymology

From 'equal' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness,' creating an abstract noun for the concept of equality itself.

Kelly Says

While 'equality' comes from Latin via French, 'equalness' is a Germanic construction that proves English speakers invented multiple words for the same idea across different etymological layers.

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