equilibrium
/ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriəm/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5652 in the learning path
平衡；均衡状态
Definitions
n. A stable state in which opposing forces or influences balance.
平衡；均衡状态
n. A calm and emotionally stable state.
心情平静；心理平衡
Example
The hanging mobile regained equilibrium when I moved one ornament.
我移动了一个饰物后，悬挂的装饰架恢复了平衡。
Removing a major predator can disturb the equilibrium of an ecosystem and cause unexpected changes in animal populations.
移除主要捕食者可能破坏生态系统的平衡，并导致动物种群出现意想不到的变化。
Collocations
- maintain equilibrium
- restore equilibrium
- market equilibrium
- dynamic equilibrium
Synonyms
- balance
Antonyms
- imbalance
- disequilibrium
Usage tip
通常不可数；常用于经济、生态或物理中的平衡。
FAQ
- What does equilibrium mean?
- A stable state in which opposing forces or influences balance. A calm and emotionally stable state.
- How is equilibrium pronounced?
- UK /ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriəm/, US /ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
