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 Achieving such an outcome might allow the formation of a new global economic equilibrium—and more important, might prevent the next major global economic crisis. — Michael B. G. Froman, Foreign Affairs, 13 Aug. 2026 China’s introduction of a common buying agency has disturbed what has been an evenly balanced relationship which has sometimes favored one side over the other, but which eventually finds equilibrium. — Tim Treadgold, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 To give your floors a big dose of interest without compromising your or your guests’ equilibrium, the designer suggests using a herringbone layout. — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2026 But an equilibrium computer must reach equilibrium to complete its calculation, while a nonequilibrium computer can be designed to complete its calculation on a set timescale. — Quanta Magazine, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for equilibrium

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Noun

Now, one element of great balance is there’s not a ton of headliners, stars.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 30 Aug. 2026
This balance prevents the charge pile-up that normally creates a dangerous electric-field spike when the transistor turns off.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of balance

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The composure of Amélie, and the decidedly wild and clownish manner in which she’s painted, can’t be tamed into order, elegance, or beauty.

— Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
The cast will put their charisma, creativity and composure to the test in a series of challenges, led and judged by PEOPLE’s editor-in-chief and general manager Charlotte Triggs and editor-at-large Janine Rubenstein.

— Lindsay Kimble, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026

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