Equitability: meaning, definitions and examples

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equitability

 

[ ˌekwɪtəˈbɪlɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fair distribution

Equitability refers to the quality of being fair or impartial in the distribution of resources, opportunities, or benefits among different individuals or groups.

Synonyms

equality, fairness, impartiality

Examples of usage

  • Equitability in the workplace ensures that everyone has an equal chance for promotion.
  • The government aims to achieve equitability in education by providing equal opportunities for all students.

Translations

Translations of the word "equitability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equidade

🇮🇳 न्यायसंगतता

🇩🇪 Gerechtigkeit

🇮🇩 keadilan

🇺🇦 справедливість

🇵🇱 sprawiedliwość

🇯🇵 公平さ

🇫🇷 équité

🇪🇸 equidad

🇹🇷 adalet

🇰🇷 공평성

🇸🇦 الإنصاف

🇨🇿 spravedlnost

🇸🇰 spravodlivosť

🇨🇳 公平性

🇸🇮 pravičnost

🇮🇸 réttlæti

🇰🇿 әділдік

🇬🇪 სამართლიანობა

🇦🇿 ədalətlilik

🇲🇽 equidad

Etymology

The word 'equitability' is derived from the Latin word 'aequitabilis', meaning 'equal' or 'fair'. The concept of equitability has been present in various societies throughout history, with a focus on justice and fairness in the distribution of resources. In modern times, equitability continues to be a fundamental principle in ensuring equal opportunities and treatment for all individuals.

See also: equitably, inequitable.