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    Imbalance

    /ɪmˈbæl.əns/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    a lack of proportion or relation between corresponding things.
    There is a significant imbalance in the allocation of resources in this community.
    an uneven distribution of elements.
    The study revealed an imbalance between the number of men and women in leadership positions.
    a state of being unequal or uneven.
    The economic imbalance between the wealthy and the poor is growing.

    Etymology

    From im- 'not' + balance

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    power imbalance
    A situation where one party has more power than another.
    balance of power
    A situation in which nations or groups have equal power.
    imbalance of trade
    A situation where the value of imports exceeds the value of exports.

    Related Words

    equilibrium
    A state of balance between opposing forces or actions.
    stability
    The quality of being steady and not being prone to change.
    disbalance
    The state of being not balanced.

    Slang Meanings

    Off-kilter
    His argument felt off-kilter due to the lack of evidence.
    Wobbly
    The project's finances are all wobbly after the last funding cut.