The meaning of EQUITABLE is having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned; often, specifically : fair in a way that accounts for and attempts to offset disparities …

Unbiased or impartial (Definition of equitable from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

EQUITABLE definition: characterized by equity or fairness; just and right; fair. See examples of equitable used in a sentence.

Something that is equitable is fair and reasonable in a way that gives equal treatment to everyone. We have an unsurpassed opportunity to transform the United States into a more prosperous, …

Definition of equitable adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1. fair and impartial or reasonable; just and right: equitable treatment of all citizens. 2. Law. a. pertaining to or valid in equity. b. pertaining to the system of equity, as distinguished from the …

10 hours ago · equitable (comparative more equitable, superlative most equitable) Marked by or having equity. Fair, just, or impartial.

WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2025 eq•ui•ta•ble /ˈɛkwɪtəbəl/ adj. fair and impartial; just: equitable treatment of all citizens. eq•ui•ta•bly …

equitable (adjective) equitable / ˈ ɛkwətəbəl/ adjective Britannica Dictionary definition of EQUITABLE [more equitable; most equitable] formal : just or fair : dealing fairly and equally …

Factsheet What does the adjective equitable mean? There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective equitable. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation …