balance

Definition

• n. a state of equilibrium
• n. equality between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account
• n. equality of distribution
• n. the difference between the totals of the credit and debit sides of an account

Word forms

Past participle

balanced

Present participle

balancing

Third person singular

balances

Past tense

balanced

Example sentences

1. n.

   The balance in my bank account is lower than I expected.

2. vi.

   If you want to stay healthy, you need to balance exercise with a good diet.

3. vt.

   She tried to balance her work and personal life effectively.