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the quality of being fair and just toward people according to natural law
- The company ethics policy aims to ensure equity in the workplace by treating all employees fairly according to established guidelines.
- During the trial, the defense argued their client did not receive equity under the law compared to similar cases that had resulted in lesser charges.
- Students have the right to plead their case and achieve equity if they feel they have been treated unjustly according to the academic code of conduct.
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the value of an asset after deducting all claims, debts, or liens against it
- After paying off the mortgage, they had $120,000 in equity in their home.
- The company's equity in the property increased as the debt was reduced.
- Homeowners often borrow against the equity of their houses.
- The car's equity was minimal after several years of depreciation.
- Equity in the business grew steadily over the decade.
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the portion of a corporation's value that belongs to its shareholders
- Investors monitor equity to assess a company's financial health.
- Her equity in the startup was worth millions.
- The balance sheet listed the corporation's total equity.
- They increased their equity stake by buying additional shares.
- Equity provides voting rights and a claim on profits.