inequitable

adjective

in·​eq·​ui·​ta·​ble (ˌ)i-ˈne-kwə-tə-bəl 

: not equitable : unfair

an inequitable distribution of funds

inequitably

(ˌ)i-ˈne-kwə-tə-blē 

adverb

Examples of inequitable in a Sentence

They protested the inequitable treatment of employees.

Recent Examples on the Web

In a similar vein, the Business section featured an article on our inequitable national tax structure, which enables the wealthy to grow their wealth while most people, besieged by income taxes and rising property taxes, struggle. —Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 10 Apr. 2026

As was the case then, an inequitable solution now will further widen social and economic divisions and foment bitterness in this country. —Robert Hormats, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026

In a one-minute ad, the direct-to-consumer health company highlighted how America’s wealth gap has translated into a health gap, ostensibly fueled by inequitable access to peptides, drugs, and concierge care. —Vishal Khetpal, STAT, 10 Mar. 2026

The criteria also have been questioned as inequitable for some players. —Anne M. Peterson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1667, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inequitable

• equitable

Kids Definition

inequitable

adjective

in·​eq·​ui·​ta·​ble (ˈ)in-ˈek-wət-ə-bəl 

: not equitable : unfair

inequitably

-blē 

adverb

Legal Definition

inequitable

adjective

in·​eq·​ui·​ta·​ble in-ˈe-kwi-tə-bəl 

: contrary to the principles of equity : not fair or just

inequitable conduct

inequitably adverb