Inequal vs. Unequal: What's the Difference?

Not equal.

Not the same in any measurable aspect, such as extent or quantity.

Unequal; uneven; various.

Not the same as another in rank or social position.

Consisting of ill-matched opponents

Having unbalanced sides or parts; asymmetric.

Not even or consistent; variable.

Not having the required abilities; inadequate

Not fair. See Usage Note at equal.

One that is not the equal of another.

Not the same.

Out of balance.

(comparable) Inadequate; insufficiently capable or qualified.

Erratic, inconsistent.

One who is not an equal.

Not equal; not matched; not of the same size, length, breadth, quantity, strength, talents, acquirements, age, station, or the like; as, the fingers are of unequal length; peers and commoners are unequal in rank.

Ill balanced or matched; disproportioned; hence, not equitable; partial; unjust; unfair.

Not uniform; not equable; irregular; uneven; as, unequal pulsations; an unequal poem.

Not adequate or sufficient; inferior; as, the man was unequal to the emergency; the timber was unequal to the sudden strain.

Not having the two sides or the parts symmetrical.

Not equal in amount;

Poorly balanced or matched in quantity or value or measure