balanced

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adjective

bal·​anced ˈba-lən(t)st 

: being in a state of balance : having different parts or elements properly or effectively arranged, proportioned, regulated, considered, etc.

a balanced diet

a balanced blend of ingredients

balanced flavors

a football team with a balanced offense

providing a balanced solution

a fair and balanced assessment

trying to lead a more balanced life

a balanced budget [=a budget in which total revenues equal or exceed total expenses]

balanced

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past tense and past participle of balance entry 1

Synonyms

Adjective

• clearheaded
• compos mentis
• lucid
• normal
• right
• sane
• stable

Examples of balanced in a Sentence

Adjective

no balanced person would believe that their dog's bark was actually the voice of God

a balanced arrangement of the furniture made the room look more spacious

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

This balanced support among crypto enthusiasts stands in contrast to the political advertising efforts of crypto companies, which Quartz reports seem to favor Republican candidates. —Steve Larsen, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024

Baltimore uses a balanced attack to dictate the pace of this matchup. —Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2024

Moderation and an otherwise balanced diet is key to enjoying Halloween treats. —Christopher Damman, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2024

Small changes like sleeping on a silk pillowcase to minimize friction, eating a balanced diet, and staying hydrated will also help promote stronger, healthier hair. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1611, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing balanced

• balanced on a razor's edge
• well-balanced

Medical Definition

balanced

adjective

bal·​anced -ən(t)st 

1

: having the physiologically active elements mutually counteracting

a balanced solution

2

of a diet or ration : furnishing all needed nutrients in the amount, form, and proportions needed to support healthy growth and productivity