I. noun
1.
the stability resulting from the equalization of opposing forces
keeping his emotional balance when under stress
Synonyms: counterpoise, equilibrium, equipoise, poise, stasis
Related Word: collectedness, composure, cool, coolness, coolth, equanimity, repose, sangfroid; aplomb, assurance, self-assurance, self-possession; control, self-control, stability, steadiness; stagnancy, stagnation
Contrasted words: imbalance, unbalance; instability, nervousness, shakiness, uncontrol, unsteadiness
2.
Synonyms: symmetry , harmony, proportion
Related Word: congruity, consistency, correspondence, sameness
Contrasted words: disbalance, disharmony, disproportion, incongruity, inconsistency, irregularity, overbalance, unbalance
Antonyms: imbalance
3.
Synonyms: remainder , heel, leavings, remains, remanet, remnant, residual, residue, residuum, rest
II. verb
Synonyms: compensate 1, atone (for), counterbalance, counterpoise, countervail, make up, offset, outweigh, redeem, set off
Related Word: adjust, attune, harmonize, tune; accord, agree, correspond; even, level, square
Idioms: strike a balance