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reduce inequality

[rɪˈdjuːs ɪnˈɪkwɒləti]
verb phrase
reduzir a desigualdade
1. To decrease or lessen the gap or disparity between different groups, individuals, or regions in terms of wealth, opportunity, rights, or social status
The government implemented policies to reduce inequality among citizens.
O governo implementou políticas para reduzir a desigualdade entre os cidadãos.
2. To take action toward making conditions more equitable or fair
Education is key to reducing inequality in society.
A educação é fundamental para reduzir a desigualdade na sociedade.
Synonyms
decrease inequalitynarrow the gappromote equalitymitigate inequalitylessen disparities
Antonyms
increase inequalitywiden the gapexacerbate inequalitydeepen disparities

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reduzir a desigualdade
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
reduzir a desigualdade
Common in political discourse and social conversations
São Paulo
reduzir a desigualdade
Frequently used in business and economic policy discussions
Portugal
reduzir a desigualdade
Standard usage; may also use 'diminuir as disparidades'

Related Idioms & Phrases

level the playing field
even out the odds
bridge the gap
close the divide
narrow the wealth gap
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