Word of the Day · November 5, 2026
parity
- PAIR-ih-tee · noun
- The state or condition of being equal, especially in status or pay.
- “The union continues to push for wage parity across all departments.”
- Origin: From Latin 'paritas' from 'par' meaning 'equal.'
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