equilibrium
Translation
equilibrium, balance, stability
Examples
The system is in a state of equilibrium.
The system is in a state of equilibrium.
He lost his equilibrium and fell.
He lost his equilibrium and fell.
The market reached an equilibrium price.
The market reached an equilibrium price.
Grammar Patterns
in (a state of) equilibrium in a balanced state The system is in a state of equilibrium.
to reach equilibrium to become balanced The market reached an equilibrium.
Similar Words
Synonyms: balance, stability, poise; Antonyms: imbalance, instability
Etymology
From Latin 'aequus' (equal) + 'libra' (balance). Literally 'equal balance'.
Memory Tips
Picture a weighing scale with equal weights on both sides, perfectly balanced.