equilibrium
/ˌi·kwəˈlɪb·ri·əm/, /ˌek·wə-/ n [U]Definition
› a state of balance: He devised a mathematical method to prove the existence of equilibrium among prices, production, and consumer demand. › biology Equilibrium is also the state of balance maintained by the various organisms that live in a particular environment. › physics Equilibrium also means a state of balance between opposing forces. › Equilibrium is also a state of mental calm.
(Definition of equilibrium n from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary
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