imbalance

[ɪmˈbæləns]

imbalance Definition

  • 1a lack of proportion or equality in distribution or structure
  • 2a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal or proper amounts

Using imbalance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "imbalance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The imbalance between supply and demand led to a price increase.

  • Example

    The imbalance of power between the two nations resulted in an unfair treaty.

  • Example

    The imbalance in the ecosystem caused by pollution has led to the extinction of several species.

imbalance Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with imbalance

  • a medical condition caused by an abnormality in the levels of hormones in the body

    Example

    Her mood swings were caused by a hormonal imbalance.

  • an economic situation in which a country imports more goods than it exports

    Example

    The trade imbalance between the two countries has been a source of tension for years.

  • a situation in which one person or group has more power than another, leading to an unfair or unequal relationship

    Example

    The power imbalance between the employer and the employees led to poor working conditions.

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Summary: imbalance in Brief

The term 'imbalance' [ɪmˈbæləns] refers to a lack of proportion or equality in distribution or structure. It can describe a state where different things do not occur in equal or proper amounts, such as an imbalance between supply and demand or an imbalance of power between two nations. 'Imbalance' can also refer to medical conditions like hormonal imbalances. Synonyms include 'inequality,' 'disproportion,' and 'unevenness.'

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