1. the act or process of making things equal or the same
2. in sports, a goal or point that ties the score
Usage: common in soccer and other team sports
3. adjustment of differences in income, opportunity, or resources to create fairness
Usage: often used in social and economic contexts

Examples

• The equalization of test scores across schools was a major goal of the education reform.
• The striker scored the equalization in the 67th minute to tie the match.
• Income equalization policies aim to reduce the gap between rich and poor.
• The equalization of voting rights was a significant step toward democracy.
• After the equalization, both teams had an equal chance to win.
• The government proposed equalization payments to help poorer provinces.
• Equalization of opportunities in the workplace benefits everyone.