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Synonyms & Antonyms of balance
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another
- in order to determine the weight of that beaker, you need to get the two pans of the scale in perfect balance
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2
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
- the balance of the landscaping is in keeping with the symmetry of so many 18th-century mansions
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3
a device for measuring weight
- use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct
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4
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
- the balance to the mountain of complaints are the many letters of praise that we also receive
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5
a remaining group or portion
- and the balance of the contestants should stand in that last corner
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balance
verbSynonyms & Antonyms of balance (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to make equal in amount, degree, or status
- tried to balance the total amount of money spent on gifts for each child
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2
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
- his tendency to balance and waffle on certain hot-button issues may hurt him in the general election
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The first known use of balance was in the 13th century
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