equilibrium

equilibrium

noun

Definition of EQUILIBRIUM

1

a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another <we must find an equilibrium between commercial development and conservation of our natural treasures>

Synonyms counterpoise, equilibration, equilibrium, equipoise, poise, stasis

Related Words counterbalance, offset; firmness, fixedness, security, stability, steadiness

Near Antonyms changeability, fluctuation, inconstancy, insecurity, instability, mutability, precariousness, shakiness, unsteadiness, volatility

Antonyms disequilibration, disequilibrium, imbalance, nonequilibrium, unbalance

2

evenness of emotions or temper <that stunning insult left me speechless, and several minutes passed before I recovered my equilibrium>

Synonyms aplomb, calmness, collectedness, composedness, composure, cool, coolness, countenance, equilibrium, imperturbability, placidity, repose, sangfroid, self-composedness, self-possession, serenity, tranquillity (or tranquility), tranquilness

Related Words assurance, confidence, poise, self-assurance, self-assuredness, self-confidence, self-trust; easygoingness, laid-backness; apathy, detachment, impassivity, indifference, insensibility, numbness, phlegm, unconcern

Near Antonyms alarm (also alarum), anxiety, anxiousness, apprehension, apprehensiveness, care, concern, disquiet, solicitude, uneasiness, worry; excitability, excitableness, nervousness; disturbance

Antonyms agitation, discomposure, perturbation