equitable

/ˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/

ƐK · wɪ · tə · bəl (4 syllables)

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Definition

Marked by or having equity.

Etymology

From French équitable, from Old French, from equité (“equity”).

Example Sentences

  • "I may justly require you to produce that argument; nor have you any pretence to refuse so equitable a demand."
  • "Security can be obtained but by defined rights, and these can be ensured only by equitable laws."
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