as in calm
able to deal with one's own life and with other people in a normal or healthy way
She has many close friends and is remarkably well-balanced for someone who has dealt with her fair share of family problems.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of well-balanced
However, a lack of variety may lead to nutrient gaps if your meal isn’t well-balanced across food groups.
—
Caitlin Beale, Health, 17 Apr. 2026
Springsteen pays tribute to 'maestro' Prince But the weighty undertones of the show were well-balanced with comparatively lighthearted selections that provided an escape from the intensity.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
This sturdy and well-balanced foldable bookshelf can hold heavy items while still being light enough to move around easily.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Dependable and well-balanced, the Cuisinart is a solid mid-tier performer.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
The Americans have star power and depth at every position and are well-balanced on offense and defense.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Depending on your skin’s needs, Cica can help refine texture, diminish blemishes, calm redness, and keep the skin supple and well-balanced.
—Alice Abbiadati, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
The seasoning was well-balanced and the still-ever-so-crisp texture of the beans was a welcome surprise.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
The data is really clear that restrictive diets don’t work because many of them are not well-balanced and people have a hard time being on them for a long time.
—Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 16 Oct. 2025
Caitlin Beale, Health, 17 Apr. 2026
Springsteen pays tribute to 'maestro' Prince But the weighty undertones of the show were well-balanced with comparatively lighthearted selections that provided an escape from the intensity.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
This sturdy and well-balanced foldable bookshelf can hold heavy items while still being light enough to move around easily.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Dependable and well-balanced, the Cuisinart is a solid mid-tier performer.
—Jamie Thilman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
The Americans have star power and depth at every position and are well-balanced on offense and defense.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Depending on your skin’s needs, Cica can help refine texture, diminish blemishes, calm redness, and keep the skin supple and well-balanced.
—Alice Abbiadati, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
The seasoning was well-balanced and the still-ever-so-crisp texture of the beans was a welcome surprise.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
The data is really clear that restrictive diets don’t work because many of them are not well-balanced and people have a hard time being on them for a long time.
—Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-balanced
Adjective
-
If caught in a rip current, remain calm.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2026
-
Choose clear words to build calm, trust, and workable agreements.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 June 2026
Adjective
-
Her voice startled me, both rough and smooth—like a bottle of whiskey set in front of a princess.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
-
But when a driver removes their foot from the Air’s accelerator, speed reduction is smooth.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
8 June 2026
Adjective
-
Her makeup was clean and serene, including highlights like bold brows and a glossy lip by artist Misha Shahzada.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
-
The result here is serene, sculptural, and undeniably refined.—
Sophie Aliece Hollis,
Martha Stewart,
11 June 2026
Adjective
-
In contrast, composed framing of his loyal squire, Egg (Dexter Sol Ansell), underlines a different emotion.—
Daron James,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
-
Americans have known Fox News’s Kayleigh McEnany as the composed woman behind the podium, forcefully defending administration policy in the White House briefing room, sparring with reporters on live television, or navigating the relentless pressures of national politics.—
Kiara Moore,
The Washington Examiner,
17 May 2026
Adjective
-
While recognizing peaceful protest as a constitutional right, the judges said actions that disrupt public life, block roads, intimidate others or interfere with constitutional processes do not enjoy legal protection.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
-
Sanders grew up in South Kansas City and is excited to give streetcar riders something peaceful to look at and engage with while at the stop.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
7 June 2026
Adjective
-
Leo July 23 – August 22 Morning feels steady, afternoon asks for courage.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 June 2026
-
When passengers see one person waiting, others assume there will be a wait and join in turning a brief lull into a steady backup.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
Adjective
-
Lucy is very isolated in this superficially tranquil domestic setting, separated from friends, far from her mother, dependent on Philip, and not even entirely fluent in German.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
-
The Orangery, one of nearly a dozen gardens, provides an exotic and tranquil refuge to recovery from the adrenaline.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Rangel, who was 10 years old when Mexico tied South Africa in the opening match of the 2010 World Cup and who fondly remembers El Tri’s victory over France that tournament, is confident between the posts.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
-
Schaeffer, however, is confident that change is on the way.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Well-balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-balanced. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
