# equate vs equity

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### equate
*verb · IPA /ɪˈkweɪt/ · frequency rank #22,364*
To consider equal or equivalent (to or with).

### equity
*noun · IPA /ˈɛk.wɪ.ti/ · frequency rank #4,299*
Fairness, impartiality, or justice as determined in light of "natural law" or "natural right".

## Source
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