balance (Meaning)
balance (n)
a state of equilibrium
equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account
harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)
equality of distribution
something left after other parts have been taken away
the difference between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account
(astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra
the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22
(mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane
a weight that balances another weight
a wheel that regulates the rate of movement in a machine; especially a wheel oscillating against the hairspring of a timepiece to regulate its beat
a scale for weighing; depends on pull of gravity
balance (v)
bring into balance or equilibrium
compute credits and debits of an account
hold or carry in equilibrium
be in equilibrium
balance (n.)
An apparatus for weighing.
Act of weighing mentally; comparison; estimate.
Equipoise between the weights in opposite scales.
The state of being in equipoise; equilibrium; even adjustment; steadiness.
An equality between the sums total of the two sides of an account; as, to bring one's accounts to a balance; -- also, the excess on either side; as, the balance of an account.
A balance wheel, as of a watch, or clock. See wheel (in the Vocabulary).
The constellation Libra.
The seventh sign in the Zodiac, called Libra, which the sun enters at the equinox in September.
A movement in dancing. See Balance, v. i., S.
To bring to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights; to weigh in a balance.
To support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling; as, to balance a plate on the end of a cane; to balance one's self on a tight rope.
To equal in number, weight, force, or proportion; to counterpoise, counterbalance, counteract, or neutralize.
To compare in relative force, importance, value, etc.; to estimate.
To settle and adjust, as an account; to make two accounts equal by paying the difference between them.
To make the sums of the debits and credits of an account equal; -- said of an item; as, this payment, or credit, balances the account.
To arrange accounts in such a way that the sum total of the debits is equal to the sum total of the credits; as, to balance a set of books.
To move toward, and then back from, reciprocally; as, to balance partners.
To contract, as a sail, into a narrower compass; as, to balance the boom mainsail.
balance (v. i.)
To have equal weight on each side; to be in equipoise; as, the scales balance.
To fluctuate between motives which appear of equal force; to waver; to hesitate.
To move toward a person or couple, and then back.
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balance Sentence Examples
- Maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for overall health and well-being.
- The tightrope walker's balance was impeccable as they crossed the high wire.
- The therapist helped their client achieve an emotional balance through mindfulness techniques.
- The sculptor carefully balanced the clay on the armature to create a harmonious form.
- The budget must be balanced before any financial decisions can be made.
- The prosecutor and defense attorney presented a balanced argument during the trial.
- The athlete maintained a perfect balance on the uneven terrain while running.
- The scales showed a perfect balance, indicating equal weight on both sides.
- The yoga instructor guided students through a series of poses designed to improve balance.
- The scientist achieved a delicate balance between different chemicals in the experiment.
FAQs About the word balance
a state of equilibrium, equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account, harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within
equilibrium, stasis,equilibration, poise, stability, steadiness,equipoise, offset, counterpoise, firmness
imbalance, disequilibrium, imbalance, disequilibrium, unbalance, unbalance, instability,nonequilibrium, insecurity, fluctuation
Maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for overall health and well-being.
The tightrope walker's balance was impeccable as they crossed the high wire.
The therapist helped their client achieve an emotional balance through mindfulness techniques.
The sculptor carefully balanced the clay on the armature to create a harmonious form.
