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balance

balance - noun

A stable state characterized by the cancellation of all forces by equal opposing forces: counterpoise, equilibrium, equipoise, stasis. See order.
A stable, calm state of the emotions: aplomb, collectedness, composure, coolness, equanimity, imperturbability, imperturbableness, nonchalance, poise, sang-froid, self-possession, unflappability. Slang cool. See calm. feelings.
Satisfying arrangement marked by even distribution of elements, as in a design: harmony, proportion, symmetry. See beautiful.
What remains after a part has been used or subtracted: leavings, leftover, remainder, remains, remnant, residue, rest. See leftover.

To examine in order to note the similarities and differences of: collate, compare. See same.
To put in balance: counterbalance, equalize, stabilize, steady. See order.
To act as an equalizing weight or force to: compensate, counteract, counterbalance, counterpoise, countervail, make up, offset, set off. See order.
To make up for: compensate, counterbalance, counterpoise, countervail, neutralize, offset, outweigh, redeem, set off. See substitute.
To place or be placed on a narrow or insecure surface: perch, poise. See posture.