Meaning & Definition of word "Equilibrium"

Equilibrium

/ˌiː.kwɪˈlɪb.ri.əm/

1. a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.
- Example: The ecosystem reached a delicate equilibrium that supported various species.
2. a state of mental or emotional stability.
- Example: After weeks of stress, she finally found her emotional equilibrium.
3. a state of physical balance.
- Example: The gymnast maintained her equilibrium while performing on the balance beam.
4. the condition in which all acting influences are balanced or canceled by equal opposing forces.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: Finding your groove

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

Meaning: Keeping your cool

● Example Sentence: Despite the chaos, she managed to keep her equilibrium and not lose her temper.