CultureAugust 31, 2026

egalitarianism

ih-gal-ih-TAIR-ee-uh-niz-um

Definition

The political or social doctrine that advocates for total equality of outcomes and the removal of all social or inherent disparities among people.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'égal' (equal) and the suffix '-itarianism,' which denotes a belief system or ideology. It entered English in the 19th century to describe the doctrine that all people deserve equal rights and opportunities.

In the news

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The Arday Tragedy: A Story Of Institutional Failure, Not A Witch Hunt

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