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misbalance

noun mis·bal·ance \ ˌmis-ˈba-lən(t)s \

Definition of misbalance

plural misbalances
: the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion : lack of balance : imbalance
  • a misbalance between income and expenses

First Known Use of misbalance

1849

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