fair
Translation
fair, just, reasonable, light-colored
Examples
That's not a fair price.
That's not a fair price.
She has fair hair and blue eyes.
She has fair hair and blue eyes.
We are going to the funfair.
We are going to the amusement park.
There's a fair chance of rain.
There's a fair chance of rain.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) fair + ((noun)) just, equitable That's not a fair price.
((adjective)) fair + ((noun)) light-colored She has fair hair.
((noun)) an event for entertainment or trade We are going to the amusement park.
Similar Words
Synonyms (just): equitable, impartial, unbiased; Synonyms (light-colored): blond, pale; Antonyms (just): unfair, biased
Etymology
From Old English 'fæger' meaning 'beautiful, lovely, pleasant'. The sense of 'just, equitable' developed in late Middle English.
Memory Tips
A 'fair' (event) has many different stalls, but a 'fair' (just) decision treats everyone equally. Link the idea of variety and balance.