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   Eq·ui·ta·ble

   /ˈekwədəb(ə)l/

   

   adjective

   • 1. fair and impartial: "an equitable balance of power"
   • 2. valid in equity as distinct from law: "the beneficiaries have an equitable interest in the property"

   Word Origin mid 16th century: from French équitable, from équité (see equity).

   Derivatives

   • 1. equitability noun
   • 2. equitableness noun

   Scrabble Points: 20

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › equitableequitable | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   equitable. adjective. formal uk / ˈekwɪtəbl / us. treating everyone in an equal way: a fair and equitable voting system. Want to learn more?

3. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › equitableequitable | meaning of equitable in Longman Dictionary of ...

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   equitable meaning, definition, what is equitable: treating all people in a fair and equal ...: Learn more.

4. www.britannica.com › dictionary › equitableEquitable Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   Britannica Dictionary definition of EQUITABLE. [more equitable; most equitable] formal. : just or fair : dealing fairly and equally with everyone. They reached an equitable settlement of their dispute. fighting for a more equitable distribution of funds. an equitable system of taxation.

5. www.wordreference.com › definition › equitableequitable - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

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   eq•ui•ta•ble (ek′ wi tə bəl), adj. characterized by equity or fairness; just and right; fair; reasonable: equitable treatment of all citizens. Law. pertaining to or valid in equity. pertaining to the system of equity, as distinguished from the common law. equit ( y) + - able 1640–50.

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   What does the adjective equitable mean? There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective equitable . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

7. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › equitableEquitable - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms, Etymology

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   Pertaining to a sense of fairness, justice, and impartiality in the distribution of resources, opportunities, or benefits. "The organization's mission is to promote equitable access to education." Detailed Meaning of 'equitable'

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   Definition of equitable. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.