Disequilibrium and Equipoise

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Disequilibrium noun - Loss of equilibrium attributable to an unstable situation in which some forces outweigh others.

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Equipoise is an antonym for disequilibrium.

Equipoise noun - A condition in which opposing forces are equal to one another.

Usage example: when participating in any dangerous sport, one should maintain an equipoise between fearless boldness and commonsense caution

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Disequilibrium is an antonym for equipoise.

Nearby Words: equipoised, equipoising

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