balance

Meanings

• noun

  The state of equilibrium or equal distribution of weight or other quantities.

• noun

  The ability to maintain an equal balance.

• noun

  A set of scales used to weigh things.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbæləns/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

imbalance , nonequilibrium , unbalance , bias , favor , favour , partiality , partisanship , prejudice , unfairness

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Synonyms

equilibrium , account , scales , weighbridge , weighing machine , disinterest , even-handedness , fairness , impartiality , neutrality , nonpartisanship

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with balance
mance , dance , chance , advance

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Variants

List of all variants of balance that leads to same result
balance , balances , in balance , in the balance , on balance , balanced , balancing , balance beam , balance beams , balance of payments , balances of payments , balance of power , balances of power , balance of trade , balances of trade , balance sheet , balance sheets , balance wheel , balance wheels , balance a budget , balance a/the budget , balance the budget , balance out , balanced out , balances out , balancing out

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Forms

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balances, balancing, unbalanced

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Etymology

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From Old French 'balance', from the Latin 'balancia', a weighing scale.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the ancient Greeks used a balance called a 'Libra' as one of the twelve zodiac signs?

2. The term 'balance' is also used in finance to describe the relationship between assets and liabilities.

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Related Concepts

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1. Equilibrium: The state of being in equilibrium, where all opposing forces are balanced.

2. Weighing scales: A device used to measure the weight of objects by comparing them with a known weight.

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Culture

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In literature and art, 'balance' often symbolizes harmony and stability. In music, a balanced composition ensures equal emphasis on different elements.

How to Memorize "balance"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a set of scales with equal weights on both sides to remember the meaning of 'balance'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'balance' with the concept of stability and harmony.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Big And Little Can Easily Carry Equal' to remember the definition of 'balance'.

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