balance
//ˈbæləns//
Noun
A state in which weight or force is evenly distributed so that something remains steady and does not fall
She lost her balance and fell off the bike.
A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions; harmony or equilibrium
A healthy diet requires a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
An apparatus for weighing, typically consisting of a beam with a fulcrum and two scales or pans
The chemist used a balance to measure the powder.
The difference between credits and debits in an account; the amount of money held in an account
I checked my bank balance online.
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To keep or put something in a steady position so that it does not fall
She balanced the book on her head.
To compare the value of one thing with another; to offset or compare
We need to balance the costs against the benefits.
To establish equal or appropriate proportions of elements in something
She balanced work and family life successfully.