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équitable

fair, equitable

adjective eh-kee-TAH-bluh Rare
People & Society Law

Usage Note

Équitable means fair in the sense of impartial distribution or treatment — closer to 'equitable' than simply 'fair' (juste). It is invariable in gender. Le commerce équitable is the standard French term for 'fair trade'. The related noun is l'équité (equity, fairness).

Examples

"Un partage équitable des ressources est essentiel."

Natural Translation

An equitable sharing of resources is essential.

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