equitable

CEFRC1

/ˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Fair and reasonable to everyone involved.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Fair, just, or impartial.

Examples

  • They argue that the distribution of wealth should be equitable.

  • I may justly require you to produce that argument; nor have you any pretence to refuse so equitable a demand.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Relating to the general principles of justice that correct or supplement the provisions of the law; relating to equity or courts of equity.

  2. Marked by or having equity.

More examples

In context

  • Security can be obtained but by defined rights, and these can be ensured only by equitable laws.

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Origin

adjective

From French équitable, from Old French, from equité (“equity”).