ausgewogen
Translation
balanced, well-balanced
Examples
Eine ausgewogene Ernährung ist sehr wichtig.
A balanced diet is very important.
Sein Urteil war fair und ausgewogen.
His judgment was fair and balanced.
Grammar Patterns
a balanced ((noun)) Eine ausgewogene Ernährung ist wichtig.
((sth.)) is balanced His judgment was balanced.
Similar Words
Synonyms: harmonisch (harmonious), gleichmäßig (even); Antonyms: unausgewogen (unbalanced), einseitig (one-sided)
Etymology
From 'aus-' (out, fully) and 'gewogen' (past participle of 'wiegen', to weigh). It literally means 'weighed out', implying that different elements have been carefully weighed against each other to achieve balance.
Memory Tips
Picture a weighing scale ('die Waage'). When something is 'ausgewogen', both sides are perfectly level. Apply this image to diets, opinions, or reports.