Definition:
Inequality is the uneven distribution of resources, opportunities, power, or outcomes across individuals or groups within a society.
Usage Context:
Used in economics, sociology, public policy, and social justice analysis.
Critical Note:
Inequality is frequently framed as a natural outcome of difference or effort. This framing obscures the structural mechanisms that systematically advantage some while constraining others across generations.
Related Terms:
Power Imbalance, Advantage Hoarding, Economic Precarity, Resource Capture, Normalisation Pressure