iniquity
Noun
Hard difficulty
What does “iniquity” mean?
noun.immoral or grossly unfair behavior.
SAT Usage
the term is often used in passages related to moral philosophy, social justice, or historical injustices. It emphasizes not just wrongdoing but a deep-rooted, systemic nature of immorality or unfairness, distinguishing it from less severe terms like "wrongdoing" or "misdeed," which lack the same moral weight and implications of societal impact.
Common Confusions
Iniquity implies a deep-rooted, systemic nature of immorality or unfairness, while wrongdoing usually suggests an isolated act of misbehavior without the same moral weight or societal implications.
Do not choose iniquity if the context emphasizes fairness or moral behavior rather than immoral or grossly unfair behavior.
Example Sentences
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The documentary exposed the iniquity of the prison conditions.