Inflation is often defined as a sustained increase in prices for a broad range of goods. Economists explain that rising prices are the symptom, however, and not the cause. The cause of inflation is the devaluation of currency, frequently brought about by the introduction of more currency into the economy.
Inequality (noun) an expression consisting of two unequal quantities, with the sign of inequality ( or >) between them; as, the inequality 2 3, or 4 > 1. Inequality (noun) an irregularity, or a deviation, in the motion of a planet or satellite from its uniform mean motion; the amount of such deviation. Origin: [L. inaequalitas.]
Full Definition of ODDITY. 1. : an odd person, thing, event, or trait. 2. : the quality or state of being odd. See oddity defined for English-language learners.