equal opportunity
1 of 1noun/ˈikwəl ˌɑpərˈtunəti/
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the principle that everyone should have an equal chance to succeed or access certain opportunities, regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, etc.
- The company promotes equal opportunity in hiring.
- Equal opportunity laws protect against discrimination.
- He supports equal opportunity in business and education.
- The university offers scholarships to promote equal opportunity.
- True progress comes from ensuring equal opportunity for all.