balanced
This term describes a state of equilibrium, whether physical, nutritional, or intellectual. When applied to perspectives or arguments, it suggests a deliberate effort to avoid bias, implying a level of objectivity and fairness. It is often used in professional or academic contexts to signal that a conclusion was reached after weighing all available evidence.
In a physical or aesthetic sense, the word emphasizes stability and symmetry. It conveys a feeling of harmony where no single element dominates or destabilizes the whole. This applies equally to the poise of an athlete and the visual composition of a building or piece of art.
Meanings
Considering all sides of an issue or argument equally and without prejudice.
The committee provided a balanced assessment of the proposal.
Containing the right amounts of different elements to ensure health, stability, or effectiveness.
A balanced diet is essential for maintaining good health.
Remaining steady and not falling over; physically poised in equilibrium.
The acrobat remained perfectly balanced on the tightrope.