⚖️imbalance

noun
/ɪmˈbæləns/

Meaning

A lack of balance; a state of inequality or disproportion.
lack of proportion or relation between corresponding things; unequal distribution

Example Sentences

The imbalance of power led to conflict.

The doctor said the patient's dizziness was caused by an inner ear imbalance.

Example Expressions

imbalance of power

Synonyms

disproportion, inequality, instability, disparity, unevenness
Entry 1
disproportion, inequality, instability, disparity
Entry 2
inequality, disproportion, instability, unevenness

Antonyms

balance, equality, stability, equilibrium, proportion
Entry 1
balance, equality, stability
Entry 2
balance, equilibrium, stability, proportion

Collocations

imbalance of power, trade imbalance, hormonal imbalance, chemical imbalance, work-life imbalance
Entry 1
imbalance of power, trade imbalance, hormonal imbalance
Entry 2
chemical imbalance, trade imbalance, work-life imbalance

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