balance

US /ˈbæləns/

UK /ˈbæləns/

A2

other

  • To bring into equilibrium; to assess the relative importance of different factors.
  • To compare the relative weight or importance of (two or more things).
  • To equalize the debit and credit sides of (an account).
  • To offset or compare the value of (one thing) with another.
  • To put (something) in a steady position so that it does not fall.

noun

  • An assessment of the relative effect or importance of two things.
  • The difference in amount between credits and debits in an account.
  • Instrument for weighing things
  • Being stable; having equal weight on both sides
  • Money remaining after paying costs
  • The remaining part; what is left over.
  • The remaining amount; the difference between credits and debits in an account.
  • An instrument for weighing.
  • An instrument for weighing.

other

  • To be in or come into equilibrium or stability.
  • To remain in a steady position; not fall.

other

  • A state of equilibrium or equipoise; equal distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady.
  • Mental and emotional steadiness; equilibrium.
  • A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.

verb

  • To be steady by having equal weight on both sides
  • To make two or more things equal