Synonyms of equity

equity

noun

ˈe-kwə-tē 

1

as in neutrality

lack of favoritism toward one side or another

the judge considered both sides of the argument with equity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• neutrality
• objectivity
• neutralism
• objectiveness
• impartiality
• fairness
• justice
• nonpartisanship
• evenhandedness
• disinterest
• disinterestedness
• tolerance
• fair-mindedness
• detachment
• indifference
• unconcern
• apathy
• straddling
• broad-mindedness
• open-mindedness
• fence-sitting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prejudice
• bias
• favor
• partisanship
• favoritism
• partiality
• chauvinism
• nepotism
• subjectivity
• nonobjectivity
• tendency
• predisposition
• inclination
• propensity
• one-sidedness
• proclivity
• predilection
• bent
• penchant
• prejudgment
• subjectiveness
• preconception
• leaning

2

as in justice

the practice of giving to others what is their due

basic to the notion of equity is the principle that all people are of equal standing in the eyes of the law

Synonyms & Similar Words

• justice
• right
• goodness
• fair shake
• fairness
• virtue
• equitability
• equitableness
• impartiality
• righteousness
• integrity
• evenhandedness
• fair-mindedness
• uprightness
• honor

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• injustice
• inequity
• prejudice
• bias
• wrong
• partiality
• unfairness
• crime
• corruption
• wrongfulness
• raw deal
• offense
• wrongdoing
• impropriety
• harm
• unjustness
• one-sidedness
• disservice

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of equity

The equity grant that was promised in a meeting and papered 18 months later. — Jeremy Bradley-Silverio Donato, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

So sales agents and producers are turning to equity to make up a shortfall not only in pre-sales but streamer pull-back and falling broadcaster pre-buy moneys. — Alex Ritman, Variety, 24 Sep. 2026

Puck staff with vested stock options will also get some liquidity in the deal, with the company expected to roll out a new equity incentive plan going forward. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2026

By reducing the monthly payment, Amendment 3 would allow more hardworking Floridians to qualify for a mortgage and start building equity. — Elaine Parker, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

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