adjective

equitable

equitable, fair, just, impartial

We need an equitable distribution of resources.

We need an equitable distribution of resources.

It was not an equitable solution.

It was not an equitable solution.

((adjective)) + ((noun)) fair and impartial We need an equitable solution.

Synonyms: fair, just, impartial; Antonyms: inequitable, unfair

From Latin 'aequitas' (equality, fairness), from 'aequus' (equal, even, fair).

Notice the root 'equi-' which is related to 'equal'. An equitable solution is one that is fair and 'equal' for everyone involved.

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