unequal

(un ēkwəl)

adjective

  1. not equal, as in size, strength, ability, value, rank, number, amount, etc.
    1. not balanced or symmetrical: an unequal pattern
    2. that matches unequal contestants: an unequal battle
  2. not even, regular, or uniform; variable; fluctuating
  3. not equal or adequate: with to: unequal to the task
  4. Now Rare not equitable; unjust; unfair

noun

a person or thing not equal to another

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See unequal in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Not the same in any measurable aspect, such as extent or quantity.
  2. Not the same as another in rank or social position.
  3. Consisting of ill-matched opponents: an unequal race.
  4. Having unbalanced sides or parts; asymmetrical.
  5. Not even or consistent; variable.
  6. Not having the required abilities; inadequate: “It was maddening to be unequal to many enterprises” (D.H. Lawrence).
  7. Not fair. See Usage Note at equal.
noun
One that is not the equal of another.

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  • un·eˈqual·ly adverb

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