balanced

/ˈbælənst/ · verb

Meaning

To bring (items) to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights.
To make (concepts) agree.
To hold (an object or objects) precariously; to support on a narrow base, so as to keep from falling.
To compare in relative force, importance, value, etc.; to estimate.
(dancing) To move toward, and then back from, reciprocally.
To contract, as a sail, into a narrower compass.
Containing elements in appropriate proportion; proportionately weighted on all dimensions and therefore unlikely to tip over.

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