homogeneity
UK: ˌhɒm.ə.dʒəˈniː.ə.ti | US: ˌhoʊ.moʊ.dʒəˈniː.ə.t̬i
n. the quality or state of being homogeneous; uniformity in composition or structure.
n. (biology/chemistry) the condition of having identical or similar components.
homogeneity = homo<same> + gene<kind> + ity<noun suffix>
- homo (from Greek homos, meaning "same")
- gene (from Greek genos, meaning "kind" or "type")
- ity (Latin-derived noun suffix indicating a state or condition)
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Greek homogenēs ("of the same kind"), combining homos (same) + genos (kind). It entered Late Latin as homogeneitas, later evolving into French homogénéité before being adopted into English in the 17th century. The morphemes reflect a logical progression: "same" + "kind" + "state of," emphasizing compositional uniformity.
The homogeneity of the mixture ensured consistent results in the experiment.
Cultural homogeneity can sometimes stifle creativity in diverse societies.
The team valued homogeneity in design to maintain brand identity.
Genetic homogeneity in isolated populations increases vulnerability to diseases.
Critics argue that media homogeneity limits exposure to alternative viewpoints.