disparity
noticeable inequality or difference
Roots
- dis- / dif-: apart, away, not, reversal, or disruption
- par / peer: equal, level, rank, or standing
Other words with the par / peer root
- disparage: to belittle or speak of as lower in worth
- disparagement: belittling speech or treatment
- disparate: different in kind; not comparable
- parity: equality or equivalence
- peer: equal in status or ability
Disparity is the gap where parity is missing.
The score disparity narrowed after weeks of targeted practice.