Balance — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Balance
Balance (noun)
- physical equilibrium
- the ability to retain one's balance
- mental and emotional steadiness
Balance (verb)
- to poise or arrange in or as if in balance
- to bring into harmony or proportion
- to bring to a state or position of balance
Balance (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another
"in order to determine the weight of that beaker, you need to get the two pans of the scale in perfect balance"
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a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
"the balance of the landscaping is in keeping with the symmetry of so many 18th-century mansions"
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a device for measuring weight
"use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct"
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a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
"the balance to the mountain of complaints are the many letters of praise that we also receive"
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a remaining group or portion
"and the balance of the contestants should stand in that last corner"
Balance (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to make equal in amount, degree, or status
"tried to balance the total amount of money spent on gifts for each child"
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to show uncertainty about the right course of action
"his tendency to balance and waffle on certain hot-button issues may hurt him in the general election"
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to give what is owed for
"she had to balance her account with the hotel before checking out of her room"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Balance
The most common words with a similar meaning to Balance:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Balance
Words with the opposite meaning of Balance:
Near Antonyms of Balance
Word Forms of Balance
Origin & Etymology of Balance
Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Vulgar Latin *bilancia, from Late Latin bilanc-, bilanx having two scalepans, from Latin bi- + lanc-, lanx plate
First known use: 13th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Balance
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 2
- Topics: Science & Research
Words & Phrases Containing Balance
Frequently Asked Questions about Balance
What does "Balance" mean?
"Balance" means physical equilibrium. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: physical equilibrium. It has 8 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Balance"?
Other words for "Balance" include counterpoise, equilibration, equilibrium, equipoise, poise, stasis, coherence and concinnity. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Balance" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Balance"?
There are 136 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Balance". Common alternatives include counterpoise, equilibration, equilibrium, equipoise, poise, stasis, coherence, concinnity, consonance and consonancy.
What is the opposite of "Balance"?
Antonyms of "Balance" include disequilibration, disequilibrium, imbalance, nonequilibrium, unbalance, asymmetry, discordance and disproportion. Near antonyms include changeability, fluctuation, inconstancy and insecurity.
How do you use "Balance" in a sentence?
Examples of "Balance" in a sentence: "in order to determine the weight of that beaker, you need to get the two pans of the scale in perfect balance"; "the balance of the landscaping is in keeping with the symmetry of so many 18th-century mansions"; "use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct".
Is "Balance" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Balance" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Balance" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Balance" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Balance"?
"Balance" is pronounced /ˈba-lən(t)s/ and divided into syllables as bal·ance.