# enmity vs equity

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### enmity
*noun · IPA /ˈɛn.mɪ.ti/ · frequency rank #28,530*
The quality of being an enemy; a hostile or unfriendly disposition.

### equity
*noun · IPA /ˈɛk.wɪ.ti/ · frequency rank #4,299*
Fairness, impartiality, or justice as determined in light of "natural law" or "natural right".

## Source
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