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Balance
/ˈbæləns/
A state in which opposing forces harmonise; equilibrium.
📖 Definitions of "Balance"
- 1
A state in which opposing forces harmonise; equilibrium.
- 2
Mental equilibrium; mental health; calmness, a state of remaining clear-headed and unperturbed.
- 3
Something of equal weight used to provide equilibrium; counterweight.
"Blair thought he could provide a useful balance to Bush's policies."
- 4
A pair of scales.
- 1
To bring (items) to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights.
- 2
To make (concepts) agree.
- 3
To hold (an object or objects) precariously; to support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling.
"I balanced my mug of coffee on my knee."
- 4
To compare in relative force, importance, value, etc.; to estimate.
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