Equitable

usgb/ˈekwɪtəbl/
adjective

Fair and impartial.

The judge made an equitable decision for the case.
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Often appears as...

  • equitable solution
  • equitable treatment

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Legal Context

Often used in legal settings to mean decisions are made without bias.

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The contract was drafted with equitable terms for all parties.
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Avoid Favoritism

Suggests that no individual or group receives special treatment.

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The resources were distributed equitably among students.
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Not Always Equal

Equitable doesn't always mean equal; it's about fairness based on the situation.

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Heirs may receive equitable shares, not necessarily the same amount.
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