Equilibrium

/ˌiː.kwɪˈlɪb.ri.əm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

The ecosystem reached a delicate equilibrium that supported various species.

a state of mental or emotional stability.

After weeks of stress, she finally found her emotional equilibrium.

a state of physical balance.

The gymnast maintained her equilibrium while performing on the balance beam.

the condition in which all acting influences are balanced or canceled by equal opposing forces.

In chemistry, the chemical equilibrium signifies that the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the backward reaction.

Late Middle English: via Latin from aequilibrium, from aequi- 'equal' + libra 'scales'.

state of equilibrium

A condition in which balanced forces exist.

equilibrium of forces

A situation where different forces or influences are equal.

reach equilibrium

To achieve a state of balance.

balance

A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.

stability

The state of being stable; strength to stand or endure.

homeostasis

The tendency of a system to maintain internal stability.

Finding your groove

After a tough week, I finally found my equilibrium and got back to my routine.

Keeping your cool

Despite the chaos, she managed to keep her equilibrium and not lose her temper.