noun

equity

fairness, justice, shareholder equity, net worth

The company is committed to equity in the workplace.

The company is committed to equity in the workplace.

He sold his equity in the company for a profit.

He sold his equity in the company for a profit.

((equity)) ((in sth.)) fairness in a situation or system The company promotes equity in the workplace.

((equity)) ((in a company)) the value of shares in a company He has a large equity in the business.

Synonyms: fairness, justice, impartiality; Antonyms: inequity, bias

From Latin 'aequitas' meaning 'equality, fairness', which comes from 'aequus' meaning 'equal'.

Think of 'equal' treatment for all. In finance, it's the 'equal' part of a company you own.

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