1. stocks or shares representing ownership in companies
Usage: finance; business
2. fairness and justice in treatment or judgment
Usage: formal

Examples

• The portfolio manager decided to invest more heavily in equities this quarter.
• Tech equities have shown strong performance over the past year.
• Many retirement funds include a mix of bonds and equities.
• The company went public by offering equities on the stock exchange.
• The judge considered principles of equity when making her decision.
• Social equities must be addressed to create a fair society.
• The new policy aims to promote equity in educational opportunities.