fair

[feər]

fair Definition

• 1. treating people equally without favouritism or discrimination
• 2. reasonable and just
• 3. pleasing in appearance or light in colour

Using fair: Examples

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

• Example

  The company has a fair hiring policy.

• Example

  It's only fair that everyone gets a chance to speak.

• Example

  The judge made a fair decision based on the evidence presented.

• Example

  She has fair skin and blonde hair.

• Example

  The fair weather made for a great day at the park.

fair Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fair

• just
• impartial
• reasonable
• light
• equitable

Antonyms for fair

• unfair
• biased
• discriminatory
• dark

Phrases with fair

• fair game

  something or someone that is considered a legitimate target or subject for criticism, attack, or exploitation

  Example

  Politicians are always fair game for comedians.

• fair and square

  in an honest and straightforward manner

  Example

  We won the game fair and square.

• fair play

  behaviour that is honest and sportsmanlike

  Example

  He was praised for his fair play on the field.

Origins of fair

from Old English 'fæger', meaning 'beautiful, pleasant'

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Summary: fair in Brief

The term 'fair' [feər] refers to treating people equally without bias, being reasonable and just, or having pleasing appearance or light color. It can be used to describe policies, decisions, or physical characteristics, as in 'The company has a fair hiring policy,' 'The judge made a fair decision,' or 'She has fair skin and blonde hair.' 'Fair' also appears in phrases like 'fair game,' meaning a legitimate target, and 'fair and square,' meaning honestly and straightforwardly.