Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

great-leveller

noun

/ɡreɪt ˈlɛv.əl.ər/

Definition

A force or event that reduces social or economic inequalities.

Examples

In times of crisis, the great-leveller can often be nature itself, reminding us of our shared vulnerabilities.
The pandemic has acted as a great-leveller, bringing attention to the disparities in healthcare access.

Meaning

The term ‘great-leveller’ refers to something or someone that creates a more equal situation, often by diminishing the differences in status, wealth, or power among people.