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

Both executives also have equity, putting them among LAFC’s nearly 30 owners. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 7 Aug. 2026

This article is part of The Times’ equity reporting initiative, funded by the James Irvine Foundation, exploring the challenges facing low-income workers and the efforts being made to address California’s economic divide. — Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Again, no free cash flow means funds need to be raised externally; equity offerings dilute shareholders, while debt offerings increase leverage and interest expense. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

Tarrant County Commissioner Alisa Simmons said Davis spent his life expanding opportunities and these 30 homes will continue to open opportunities to build equity and generation wealth. — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2026

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