Synonyms of balances

balances 1 of 2

noun

plural of balance

1

as in scales

a device for measuring weight

use a balance to make sure you get the amounts precisely correct

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scales
• gravimeters

2

as in offsets

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offsets
• counters
• counterbalances
• correctives
• counterweights
• counterpoises
• counterforces
• neutralizers
• counteractions
• cancelers
• equipoises
• ballasts
• trade-offs
• weights

3

as in rests

a remaining group or portion

and the balance of the contestants should stand in that last corner

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rests
• remainders
• residues
• remnants
• remains
• residua
• odds and ends
• leftovers
• leavings
• fragments
• surpluses
• scrapings
• excesses
• stubs
• vestiges
• stumps
• overflows
• butts
• scraps
• overages
• overabundances
• oversupplies
• fat
• superabundances
• overkills
• overmuch
• superfluities
• surfeits
• oddments

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• weights
• masses
• bodies
• mains
• bulks
• mosts

balances

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of balance

1

as in equates

to make equal in amount, degree, or status

tried to balance the total amount of money spent on gifts for each child

Synonyms & Similar Words

• equates
• adjusts
• equalizes
• compensates
• levels
• accommodates
• evens
• counterbalances
• equilibrates
• standardizes
• fits
• normalizes
• regularizes
• equipoises
• homogenizes
• democratizes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disequilibrates

2

as in falters

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• falters
• hesitates
• vacillates
• wavers
• hangs back
• staggers
• debates
• waits
• teeters
• halts
• scruples
• dithers
• wobbles
• sways
• pauses
• lingers
• weighs
• shilly-shallies
• ponders
• backs down
• delays
• chickens (out)
• oscillates
• procrastinates
• deliberates
• hems
• haws
• dawdles
• considers
• hedges
• dallies
• equivocates
• waffles
• pussyfoots

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• plunges (in)
• dives (in)
• decides
• continues
• advances
• stirs
• budges

3

as in pays

to give what is owed for

she had to balance her account with the hotel before checking out of her room

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pays
• settles
• meets
• stands
• pays off
• liquidates
• foots
• springs (for)
• discharges
• pays up
• clears
• antes (up)
• recompenses
• quits
• ponies up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• repudiates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of balances

Noun

Rodriguez says her program is also seeing more borrowers with past-due balances. — Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

Before applying, review your credit reports for errors, make other debt payments on time and pay down credit card and other debt balances when possible. — Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

There was even an air of mishap surrounding the one sequence in the movie that’s truly effective — the dreamy moment where Regan balances on the edge of a rooftop with no railing. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 23 Aug. 2026

Student loan forgiveness programs haven't disappeared, but the route to having your loan balances discharged looks different now. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Her interpretation of modern woodae galbi balances grilled bite-size slices from beef short ribs along a dramatic dinosaur-size bone for a potentially perilous presentation. — Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

Banks then collect interest on these balances, earning money from the accounts. — P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

In practice, that means watching every dollar spent, avoiding new debt, and reducing high-interest balances. — Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Verb

Asked how the show balances the AIDS crisis and the defeat of the strike against its comedy, Beresford says the two are inseparable. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026

Inside, the cabin layout balances high-tech minimalism with premium comfort. — New Atlas, 19 Aug. 2026

Miriam balances academics with extracurriculars like competitive dance and cultural clubs, Shearn said. — Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

Joining Kennedy is his stepbrother Miller, who balances the personality of his quarterbacking sibling. — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026

Sugar balances the salty flavor, while ingredients such as honey, maple syrup or spices help create different flavors of deli meat. — Anna Dilger, The Conversation, 17 Aug. 2026

The Better Body Pillow balances plush softness with genuine support. — ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

Other youth talents, like Tommy Marques, are also expected to leave, potentially paving the way for new signings like Rodri, as Deco balances sales with transfer pursuits. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

This style sits pretty high and fitted on the waist, which nicely balances the voluminous leg. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026