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Meaning of balanced

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

balanced

Pronunciation:/ˈbælənst/

verb

Definitions

  1. To bring (items) to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights.

  2. To make (concepts) agree.

  3. To hold (an object or objects) precariously; to support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling.

    Example: I balanced my mug of coffee on my knee.

  4. To compare in relative force, importance, value, etc.; to estimate.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Containing elements in appropriate proportion; proportionately weighted on all dimensions and therefore unlikely to tip over.

    Example: He believed he rarely got sick because of his balanced diet.