English · Culture & Society
equitable
/ˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/
[/ˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/]
fair and impartial
Advancedadjective
Definition
Something equitable is fair and impartial, giving everyone what they deserve. Speakers call for more equitable systems and opportunities.
Example
They built a more equitable hiring process.
They built a more equitable hiring process.
Etymology
From Latin 'aequitas', meaning fairness.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in talks on justice, fairness, and social policy.