Equipoise: meaning, definitions and examples
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equipoise
[ ˈɛkwɪpɔɪz ]
in medicine
A state of equilibrium or balance between opposing forces or influences.
Synonyms
balance, equilibrium, stability.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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equipoise |
Typically in philosophical or metaphorical contexts to describe a state of balance or calmness in one's mind or character.
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balance |
Commonly used in everyday situations to describe physical, financial, emotional, or moral stability.
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equilibrium |
Often used in scientific or formal contexts to describe a physical or chemical state of balance.
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stability |
Used to describe something that remains steady and unchanged over time, often used in contexts of finance, politics, or constructions.
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Examples of usage
- The drug works by maintaining equipoise between the two neurotransmitters.
- The research aims to establish equipoise between the benefits and risks of the treatment.
in ethics
The principle that researchers should be in a state of genuine uncertainty about the comparative benefits of interventions in a clinical trial.
Synonyms
impartiality, neutrality, uncertainty.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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equipoise |
Used to describe a state of balance or equal weight between different forces or interests.
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uncertainty |
Used to describe a state of being unsure or having doubts about something.
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neutrality |
Used to describe a stance of not taking sides in a conflict or argument.
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impartiality |
Used to describe fairness and lack of bias, especially in judgments or decisions.
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Examples of usage
- The trial was conducted with strict adherence to the principle of equipoise.
- Researchers must demonstrate equipoise to ensure the validity of the study results.
Translations
Translations of the word "equipoise" in other languages:
🇵🇹 equilíbrio
🇮🇳 संतुलन
🇩🇪 Gleichgewicht
🇮🇩 keseimbangan
🇺🇦 рівновага
🇵🇱 równowaga
🇯🇵 均衡(きんこう)
🇫🇷 équilibre
🇪🇸 equilibrio
🇹🇷 denge
🇰🇷 균형
🇸🇦 توازن
🇨🇿 rovnováha
🇸🇰 rovnováha
🇨🇳 平衡 (pínghéng)
🇸🇮 ravnotežje
🇮🇸 jafnvægi
🇰🇿 теңдік
🇬🇪 ბალანსი
🇦🇿 tarazlıq
🇲🇽 equilibrio
Etymology
The term 'equipoise' originated in the mid-17th century from the Latin word 'aequipoise', meaning 'equal weight'. It was initially used in the context of physics to describe a state of equilibrium. Over time, the term expanded to encompass a broader concept of balance and neutrality, particularly in medical and ethical contexts.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #31,427 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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