PoliticsAugust 15, 2026

egalitarian

ih-gal-uh-TAIR-ee-un

Definition

Relating to or believing in the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'égalitaire', rooted in the Latin 'aequalis' meaning 'equal'. It entered English in the late 19th century to describe social philosophies advocating for political and economic equality.

In the news

Bilawal Bhutto Zardari envisions Pakistan as an egalitarian state, emphasizing the need for equal opportunity, dignity, and worker-friendly policies for all citizens and provinces.

Bilawal extends greetings to nation on Independence Day

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