Equitably

/ˈɛkwɪtəbli/ adverb

Definition

In a fair, just, and reasonable manner; treating all parties with equal consideration and impartiality.

Etymology

From 'equitable' + '-ly' adverbial suffix. Standard English adverb formation from the adjective 'equitable,' used since the 17th century in legal and moral discourse.

Kelly Says

When a teacher grades equitably, they use the same standards for all students. When a parent distributes chores equitably, each child gets roughly equal responsibility. It's one of those words that describes something everyone wants but is surprisingly hard to achieve!

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