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equilibrium

 

[ ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriəm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in physics

A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

Synonyms

balance, harmony, stability

Examples of usage

  • The object is in equilibrium when the forces acting on it are equal and opposite.
  • In order to maintain equilibrium, adjustments must be made whenever there is a change in the external conditions.
Context #2 | Noun

in economics

A state of balance between supply and demand.

Synonyms

balance, equipoise, parity

Examples of usage

  • The market reached equilibrium when the quantity supplied equals the quantity demanded.
  • Changes in prices and wages help to restore equilibrium in the economy.
Context #3 | Noun

in psychology

A state of mental or emotional balance.

Synonyms

balance, composure, poise

Examples of usage

  • Finding equilibrium between work and personal life is crucial for overall well-being.
  • Therapy can help individuals achieve a sense of equilibrium in their emotions.

Translations

Translations of the word "equilibrium" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equilíbrio

🇮🇳 संतुलन

🇩🇪 Gleichgewicht

🇮🇩 keseimbangan

🇺🇦 рівновага

🇵🇱 równowaga

🇯🇵 均衡 (きんこう)

🇫🇷 équilibre

🇪🇸 equilibrio

🇹🇷 denge

🇰🇷 균형 (gyunhyeong)

🇸🇦 توازن (tawāzun)

🇨🇿 rovnováha

🇸🇰 rovnováha

🇨🇳 平衡 (pínghéng)

🇸🇮 ravnotežje

🇮🇸 jafnvægi

🇰🇿 теңдік

🇬🇪 ბალანსი (balansi)

🇦🇿 tarazlıq

🇲🇽 equilibrio

Etymology

The word 'equilibrium' originated from the Latin words 'aequus' meaning equal and 'libra' meaning balance. The concept of equilibrium has been fundamental in various fields including physics, economics, and psychology. It represents a state of balance and stability, where opposing forces are in harmony. Understanding and maintaining equilibrium is essential for the functioning of systems and individuals.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,941, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.