equitable

Definitions

Built on equity (fairness) + -able = 'characterized by fairness.' equitable describes a distribution or arrangement that gives every side a fair share — more formal than 'fair.'

Common Collocations

• 1.equitable distribution公平分配
• 2.equitable treatment公平对待
• 3.equitable solution公平的解决方案
• 4.fair and equitable公平公正

Example Sentences

• 1.

  They sought an equitable distribution of resources.

• 2.

  The judge proposed a more equitable solution.

• 3.

  Tax reform should be equitable across income levels.