egalitarianism
/ɪˌɡælɪˈtɛriəˌnɪzəm/
noun
- The belief that all people are equal and should have the same rights, opportunities, and social status.
- Some critics argue that pure egalitarianism ignores differences in individual effort and talent.
- The organization promotes egalitarianism by providing free education to underprivileged children.
- Egalitarianism is a core principle of many modern democracies.
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