equipoise
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈɛkwɪpɔɪz/
KK: /ˈɛkwɪˌpɔɪz/
noun
Definition
A state of balance or equality between different elements, such as weight or emotions.
Example
The artist achieved a perfect equipoise in the composition of the painting.
Conversation
I’ve been trying to find some equipoise in my life with work and personal time.
That sounds like a good idea; balance is really important.
Yeah, without that equipoise, I feel overwhelmed all the time.
Totally! Maybe we should plan some downtime together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
balance
stability
equilibrium
Antonyms
imbalance
instability
disparity
verb
Definition
To balance or keep something steady, especially in a way that maintains stability or equality.
Example
She tried to equipoise her emotions during the stressful situation.
Tense Forms
Past: equipoised
Past Participle: equipoised
Conversation
I feel like I need to equipoise my work and personal life better.
That sounds like a good idea; balance is important.
Yeah, I just want to find a way to equipoise the two without feeling overwhelmed.
Root Explanation
Equipoise → It is formed from "aequus" (meaning equal) and "ponere" (meaning to place). The word describes a state of balance or equality, as if placing two equal weights on either side of a scale.
Memory Tip
Think of 'equal' ('aequus') being 'placed' ('ponere') in balance — that's what equipoise means.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.