As a Noun: 1. The difference in size or amount of two or more things. English = inequality. 2. The difference in social status, wealth, or opportunity between groups in a society. English = inequality. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Of two or more things, to be different in size, strength, or ability with each having more or less of one quality than the others. English = (be) unequal. 2. To treat people in different ways, for example by giving some people more money or privileges than others. English = (be) unequal.