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 series was trashed by critics, but Aronofsky continues to push forward with the venture, this summer filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a $15 million equity raise. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026

Its reserves grew so much that the board created special funds for disaster relief ($96 million) and equity and inclusion initiatives ($127 million), and to sustain programs launched with federal dollars once that money ran out ($158 million). — A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

The Fed's pause in rate hikes could provide borrowers with some breathing room, Bankrate home lending expert Linda Bell said, citing potential relief for home equity rates. — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

The campus has already attracted more than 500 AI companies and over AED 1 billion ($272 million) in private equity and venture capital investment since its launch in May 2024, according to the Dubai government. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026

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