equilibrium (Meaning)

Wordnet

equilibrium (n)

a stable situation in which forces cancel one another

a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates

equality of distribution

a sensory system located in structures of the inner ear that registers the orientation of the head

Webster

equilibrium (n.)

Equality of weight or force; an equipoise or a state of rest produced by the mutual counteraction of two or more forces.

A level position; a just poise or balance in respect to an object, so that it remains firm; equipoise; as, to preserve the equilibrium of the body.

A balancing of the mind between motives or reasons, with consequent indecision and doubt.

equilibrium Sentence Examples

  1. The negotiations between the two parties reached an equilibrium, with neither side willing to compromise further.
  2. The chemical reaction reached equilibrium, with the concentrations of the reactants and products remaining constant.
  3. The ecosystem is in equilibrium, with the populations of different species remaining relatively stable over time.
  4. The body maintains equilibrium by regulating its temperature, blood pressure, and other vital functions.
  5. The tightrope walker maintained equilibrium by carefully balancing his weight and adjusting his movements.
  6. The two forces acting on the object are in equilibrium, resulting in a net force of zero.
  7. The economy is in equilibrium when the supply and demand for goods and services are balanced.
  8. The market price of a commodity reaches equilibrium when the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded.
  9. The Earth's climate is in equilibrium, with the average temperature remaining relatively stable over long periods of time.
  10. The two opposing political parties are in equilibrium, with neither side able to gain a clear majority.

FAQs About the word equilibrium

a stable situation in which forces cancel one another, a chemical reaction and its reverse proceed at equal rates, equality of distribution, a sensory system lo

equilibration,balance, poise, counterpoise, equipoise,stasis, counterbalance, security, fixedness, firmness

instability,imbalance, nonequilibrium, disequilibrium, instability, imbalance, unbalance, unbalance, disequilibrium, nonequilibrium

The negotiations between the two parties reached an equilibrium, with neither side willing to compromise further.

The chemical reaction reached equilibrium, with the concentrations of the reactants and products remaining constant.

The ecosystem is in equilibrium, with the populations of different species remaining relatively stable over time.

The body maintains equilibrium by regulating its temperature, blood pressure, and other vital functions.