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disparidad

disparity

noun dees-pah-ree-DAHD Rare

Origin: Latin disparitas.

Also means

gap

Usage Note

Disparidad refers to a notable difference or inequality between two things or groups (disparidad de criterios = 'divergence of views'; disparidad salarial = 'pay gap'). It is more formal than diferencia and implies a significant imbalance rather than mere variety.

Examples

"La disparidad de salarios entre regiones es enorme."

Natural Translation

The wage disparity between regions is enormous.

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