Égal
Example: Tous les citoyens doivent être traités de manière égal.
Definition
"Égal" in philosophy refers to the state or quality of being equal, where all individuals or entities are considered to have the same rights, status, or value. For example, in the phrase 'Tous les citoyens doivent être traités de manière égal,' it means all citizens should be treated equally without discrimination.
Etymology
The word "égal" comes from the Latin 'aequalis,' meaning equal or level. Did you know? The Latin root 'aequus' means even or level, which perfectly captures the idea of equality in "égal." Over time, it entered Old French as 'egal,' evolving into the modern French 'égal,' which carries the same fundamental meaning.
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