EQUILIBRIUM Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

equilibrium

noun

ˌē-kwə-ˈli-brē-əm

Definition of equilibrium

as in balance

a condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another we must find an equilibrium between commercial development and conservation of our natural treasures

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as in composure

evenness of emotions or temper that stunning insult left me speechless, and several minutes passed before I recovered my equilibrium

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Recent Examples of equilibrium The warm gravy seeped into the buttermilk biscuit pieces just enough to create a divine equilibrium between damp and drenched. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 22 Sep. 2026 Temps begin to rebound Wednesday After the cut-off low departs late Tuesday, the atmosphere will begin its rebound to equilibrium through the week, bringing temperatures back to average or even slightly above average to the end of the work week. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 21 Sep. 2026 Manai-Platt said Ahlem’s sales divide almost evenly between men and women, optical and sun, and acetate and metal — an unusual equilibrium in a category where brands often become tethered to one recognizable fabrication, silhouette or customer. — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026 At around 40 miles (60 kilometers) over the surface of Earth phase 4 begins, which sees the fireball reaching a melting equilibrium. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for equilibrium

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Courtney is in school to become a nurse practitioner, which added even more pressure to a home-and-work-life balance.

— Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
Usher syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes vision loss, hearing loss and balance issues, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

— Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2026

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