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
2 of 2past tense and past participle of balance entry 1
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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
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On the other hand, a balanced executive could bring their vision to reality using emotional intelligence and a team-centric approach.
—Shawn Cole, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Managing your weight with lupus means working with your healthcare team, possibly adjusting medications, eating a balanced diet, and finding ways to move your body.
—Stella Bard, Health, 27 June 2025
Schools that take a balanced approach to promoting digital literacy, healthy cell phone habits (including teaching students how to regulate their phone use), and mental health awareness will likely create more positive, inclusive learning environments in the long run.
—Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
While the franchise supports its draft choices, some argue that the talent-rich 2025 NBA Draft demanded a more balanced approach, as heavily focusing on one position group seems like an inefficient use of draft capital.
—C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 26 June 2025
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balanced. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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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
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