equitable
Marked by or having equityMarked by or having equity.
» They argue that the distribution of wealth should be equitable.
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3 sensesMarked by or having equity.
gerecht
Fair, just, or impartial.
ehrlich, fair, gerecht
справедли́выйspravedlívyj, беспристра́стныйbespristrástnyj
справедливийspravedlyvyj, неупередженийneuperedženyj
Relating to the general principles of justice that correct or supplement the provisions of the law; relating to equity or courts of equity.
- fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience
Examples
5 sentencesThey argue that the distribution of wealth should be equitable.
The excessive presence of the English language does not contribute to an equitable and fair debate.
Challenging the macho culture is essential for creating a more inclusive and equitable society for all genders.
Overcoming the belief that femininity is inferior is essential for building a more inclusive and equitable society.
White Americans are so afraid of a more equitable society that they actually elected Donald Trump.
Translations
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Origin
From French équitable, from Old French, from equité (“equity”).From French équitable, from Old French, from equité (“equity”).
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Forms
more equitable, most equitable| Comparative | more equitable Lesson |
|---|---|
| Superlative | most equitable Lesson |
regular
Synonyms
31 synonyms- fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience:just
Antonyms
1 antonymsWord family
6 related wordsLessons for this word
2 lessons- A2Comparatives — Because it has a comparative form
- A2Superlatives — Because it has a superlative form
See also
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