equilibrium
/ɪˈkwɪlɪbriəm/
e · qui · lib · ri · um
ɪ · ˈkwɪl · ɪ · bri · əm
English Definition
n. a state of balance between opposing forces or actions
Significado en Español
equilibrio
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự cân bằng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
equi(equal) + librium(measure) → equilibrium, balance.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is a synonym for equilibrium?
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A
imbalance
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B
stability
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C
disorder
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D
chaos
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B — stability.
“equilibrium” means n. a state of balance between opposing forces or actions
Common questions about “equilibrium”
What does “equilibrium” mean?
equilibrium — n. a state of balance between opposing forces or actions. In Chinese: n. 平衡.
How do you pronounce “equilibrium”?
equilibrium is pronounced /ɪˈkwɪlɪbriəm/. It breaks into 5 syllables: e · qui · lib · ri · um.
Is “equilibrium” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. equilibrium appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “equilibrium”?
equi(equal) + librium(measure) → equilibrium, balance.
