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Imbalance

noun
/ɪmˈbæl.əns/

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
Entry 1
chemical imbalance, trade imbalance, work-life imbalance
Entry 2
imbalance of power, trade imbalance, hormonal imbalance

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