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balanced

/หˆbรฆlษ™nst/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Keeping or showing a good balance; mentally stable, calm, and reasonable.

Example Sentences:
  • โ€œShe maintains a balanced diet rich in vegetables and lean proteins.โ€
  • โ€œA balanced report should present multiple perspectives on a controversial issue.โ€
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb 'balance', which comes from Middle English 'balancen', from Old French 'balancer', based on Late Latin 'bilanx' meaning 'having two scale pans' (from *bi-* 'twice' + *lanx* 'dish, scale').

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Imagine a gymnast standing steadily on a beam with equal weight on both sidesโ€”that is a balanced person.

Frequently Asked Questions About โ€œbalancedโ€

1. What is the meaning of โ€œbalancedโ€ in English?

In English, balanced (adjective) is defined as: โ€œKeeping or showing a good balance; mentally stable, calm, and reasonable.โ€.

2. How do you use โ€œbalancedโ€ in a sentence?

โ€œShe maintains a balanced diet rich in vegetables and lean proteins.โ€

3. What are English synonyms of โ€œbalancedโ€?

Common synonyms include:even,stable,harmonious,equitable

4. What is the etymology and word origin of โ€œbalancedโ€?

Derived from the verb 'balance', which comes from Middle English 'balancen', from Old French 'balancer', based on Late Latin 'bilanx' meaning 'having two scale pans' (from *bi-* 'twice' + *lanx* 'dish, scale').