equitable

Word parts

equi- + -able

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈɛ.kwɪ.tə.bəl/

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• Hyphenation: equi‧ta‧ble

Adjective

Positive equitable

Comparative more equitable

Superlative most equitable

1. If a situation or decision is equitable, it is fair and balanced.

   Nobody got exactly what they wanted, but the judge made an equitable decision.

   I don't think our tax system is equitable.