Fairer: meaning, definitions and examples

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fairer

 

[ ˈfɛərər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

comparative degree

The term 'fairer' is the comparative form of the adjective 'fair.' It refers to a greater level of justice, equality, or beauty compared to something else. In contexts of morality or aesthetics, it often implies a more favorable condition or appearance.

Synonyms

more beautiful, more equitable, more impartial, more just

Examples of usage

  • She feels fairer in comparison to her previous self.
  • The new policy aims for a fairer distribution of resources.
  • He is fairer than his brother when it comes to understanding others.
  • This method is considered fairer for evaluating performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "fairer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais justo

🇮🇳 अधिक निष्पक्ष

🇩🇪 gerechter

🇮🇩 lebih adil

🇺🇦 більш справедливий

🇵🇱 sprawiedliwszy

🇯🇵 より公平な

🇫🇷 plus juste

🇪🇸 más justo

🇹🇷 daha adil

🇰🇷 더 공정한

🇸🇦 أكثر عدلاً

🇨🇿 spravedlivější

🇸🇰 spravodlivejší

🇨🇳 更公平的

🇸🇮 bolj pravičen

🇮🇸 réttari

🇰🇿 әділірек

🇬🇪 მეტად სამართლიანი

🇦🇿 daha ədalətli

🇲🇽 más justo

Etymology

The word 'fair' comes from the Old English 'fǣger,' meaning beautiful, pleasing, or attractive. Its use evolved over centuries, with 'fairer' developing as a comparative form to express an enhanced degree of its qualities, such as justice and beauty. The transformation reflects a broader linguistic trend in which adjectives often form comparatives and superlatives by affixing 'er' and 'est,' respectively. In English, this pattern became a standard grammatical feature around the Middle Ages, facilitating the expression of comparison in everyday language. Over time, 'fair' and its comparative 'fairer' have been entrenched in various contexts, including discussions of moral rectitude and aesthetic appreciation, showcasing the word's versatility in addressing notions of beauty and justice.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,918, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.