Equal indicates that two entities are exactly the same. The opposite can indicate inequality whereby someone doesn't have the same rights, freedoms or opportunities as another person. The opposites of equal also include positive things such as uniqueness, talent, outperformance and diversity.

Antonyms for “equal” refer to words that express inequality or difference in quantity, quality, size, or value. These terms are used to indicate a lack of equivalence or uniformity between two or more entities.