Imbalance

Meaning

lack of proportion or relation between corresponding things; unequal distribution

A lack of balance; a state of inequality or disproportion.

Example Sentences

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

The imbalance of power led to conflict.

Example Expressions

imbalance of power

Synonyms

inequality, disproportion, instability, unevenness, disparity

Entry 1

inequality, disproportion, instability, unevenness

Entry 2

disproportion, inequality, instability, disparity

Antonyms

balance, equilibrium, stability, proportion, equality

Entry 1

balance, equilibrium, stability, proportion

Entry 2

balance, equality, stability

Collocations

chemical imbalance, trade imbalance, work-life imbalance, imbalance of power, hormonal imbalance

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chemical imbalance, trade imbalance, work-life imbalance

Entry 2

imbalance of power, trade imbalance, hormonal imbalance