ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Equitable

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Equitable is an adjective meaning Marked by or having equity.

Meaning

Marked by or having equity.

More Meanings

  1. Fair, just, or impartial.
  2. (law) Relating to the general principles of justice that correct or supplement the provisions of the law; relating to equity or courts of equity.

Example Sentences

Security can be obtained but by defined rights, and these can be ensured only by equitable laws.
I may justly require you to produce that argument; nor have you any pretence to refuse so equitable a demand.

Synonyms for equitable

Depending on context, synonyms include disinterested, candid, cold, clinical, detached, egal.

Antonyms for equitable

Common opposites include inequitable, unjust.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include just, evenhanded, even-handed, fairness, fairly, reasonable.

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