Equilibrium
/ˌiː.kwɪˈlɪb.ri.əm/noun
A state of balance between opposing forces or influences.
Did you know?The concept of equilibrium was deeply connected to alchemical practices, symbolizing harmony between opposing elements in the quest for transformation.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*h₁eiq̯wós
“to be level or equal”
Latin
Latin
aequilibrium
“a state of equal weight or balance”
Old French
Old French
equilibre
“a state of balance, evenness of weight”
15th Century
Middle English
equilibrie
“the state of being balanced or equal”
Modern English
English
equilibrium
“the state of balance between opposing forces or influences”