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equilibrium

/ɪˈkwɪlɪbriəm/
e · qui · lib · ri · um ɪ · ˈkwɪl · ɪ · bri · əm
English Definition
n. a state of balance between opposing forces or actions
中文释义
n. 平衡
Significado en Español
equilibrio
한국어 뜻
평형, 균형
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự cân bằng
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Example Sentence

The artist found equilibrium in the perfectly symmetrical design of the sculpture.

艺术家在雕塑完美对称的设计中找到了平衡。

Synonyms
balance stability harmony steadiness
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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?

  1. A imbalance
  2. B stability
  3. C disorder
  4. D chaos
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B — stability. “equilibrium” means n. a state of balance between opposing forces or actions

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The tightrope walker fought hard to keep her ______ high above the ground.

  1. A equilibrium
  2. B chaos
  3. C imbalance
  4. D collapse
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A — equilibrium. “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.

How do you use “equilibrium” in a sentence?

The artist found equilibrium in the perfectly symmetrical design of the sculpture. (艺术家在雕塑完美对称的设计中找到了平衡。)

What are synonyms for “equilibrium”?

balance, stability, harmony, steadiness — all close in meaning to equilibrium (n. a state of balance between opposing forces or actions).

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.

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