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Etymology of the English word imparity

the English word imparity
derived from the Latin word imparitas
derived from the Classical Latin word impar (unequal)
derived from the Latin word par (balanced, level; S:even; corresponding in degree, proportionate, commensurate; equal in power, prestige, importance; equal, counterpart; companion; equal; a match for; of equal size; mate, spouse, partner; measuring up, adequate, matching; pair, set of two; conjugal pair)
derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *perÉ™-
derived from the Latin word in-

Date

The earliest known usage of imparity in English dates from the 16th century.

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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