Equity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɛk.wɪ.ti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Equity is a noun meaning Fairness, impartiality, or justice as determined in light of "natural law" or "natural right".
Meaning
Fairness, impartiality, or justice as determined in light of "natural law" or "natural right".
More Meanings
- (law) Various related senses originating with the Court of Chancery in late Medieval England
- (finance) Various senses related to net value
- (nonstandard) Equality
Example Sentences
What steps the Government are taking to help ensure equity of opportunity for people from low-income families.
“One of the staff said, ‘That’s fine, Delia. But what do wolves have to do with equity, justice and inclusion?’" Ms. Malone said.
Sufficeth what they in their graue wiſedoomes ſhall proſcribe, I in no ſorte will ſeeke to acquite, nor preſumptuouſly attempte to diſpute againſt the equity of their iudgementes, but humble and proſtrate appeale to their mercies.
Word Forms
- equities
- equitie
Synonyms for equity
Depending on context, synonyms include fairness.
Antonyms for equity
Common opposites include inequity, iniquity, unfairness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fairness, justice, having, ownership, value, heritage.
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