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wealth equality

[/welθ ɪˈkwɒlɪti/]
noun
igualdade de riqueza
1. The state or condition in which wealth and financial resources are distributed equitably among members of a society, with minimal disparity between individuals or groups
Advocates for wealth equality argue that it would reduce poverty and social tensions.
Os defensores da igualdade de riqueza argumentam que isso reduziria a pobreza e as tensões sociais.
2. A social or political objective aimed at narrowing the gap between the richest and poorest members of society
The government's new tax policy is designed to promote wealth equality.
A nova política fiscal do governo foi projetada para promover a igualdade de riqueza.
Synonyms
economic equalityfinancial equalitydistributive justiceequitable distribution of wealth
Antonyms
wealth inequalityeconomic disparityincome inequalitywealth gap

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
igualdade de riqueza
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
igualdade patrimonial
More formal/technical alternative used in business contexts
Portugal
igualdade de riqueza
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

level the playing field
redistribute the wealth
closing the wealth gap
economic leveling
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