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equity

[ˈɛkwɪti]

equity Definition

  • 1the quality of being fair and impartial
  • 2the value of the shares issued by a company

Using equity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "equity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The judge's decision was based on equity and not on legal technicalities.

  • Example

    The company's equity has increased by 20% over the past year.

  • Example

    Equity in education means that every student has access to the same opportunities.

equity Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using equity

  • in a fair and impartial manner, often used in legal contexts

    Example

    The judge ruled in equity, taking into account all the facts of the case.

  • the principle that everyone should have equal access to something, such as education or healthcare

    Example

    The government is committed to ensuring equity of access to healthcare for all citizens.

  • the contribution of labor or effort to a project or business venture, typically in exchange for a share of the profits

    Example

    He invested sweat equity in the startup, working long hours to help it succeed.

Phrases with equity

  • the difference between the market value of a property and the amount still owed on the mortgage

    Example

    They took out a loan against their home equity to pay for their children's college tuition.

  • a financial product that allows homeowners to access the equity in their property without having to sell it

    Example

    My grandparents used equity release to supplement their retirement income.

  • equity capital

    money that is raised by a company by selling shares of ownership

    Example

    The company used equity capital to fund its expansion plans.

Origins of equity

from Old French 'equite', from Latin 'aequitas', meaning 'equality'

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Summary: equity in Brief

The term 'equity' [ˈɛkwɪti] refers to fairness and impartiality, as well as the value of shares issued by a company. It is exemplified by phrases like 'home equity,' which denotes the difference between the market value of a property and the amount still owed on the mortgage, and idioms like 'in equity,' which means in a fair and impartial manner. 'Equity' extends into concepts like 'equity of access,' which denotes the principle that everyone should have equal access to something, and 'sweat equity,' which refers to the contribution of labor or effort to a project or business venture.

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