IMBALANCE Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

imbalance

noun

as in inequality

a state or condition in which different things do not occur in equal or proper amounts There is an imbalance between his work life and family life.

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Recent Examples of imbalance Still against the backdrop of high medical costs and an imbalance of access to care, is there reason to be optimistic about the future of DIY medical tests? —

Dana Taylor, USA TODAY, 15 Nov. 2024 Producers with an imbalance of deficits must buy credits from alternative fuel makers. —

Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024 In some ways this new plan is meant to correct longstanding power imbalances, said Siva Thambisetty, an associate professor of intellectual property law at the London School of Economics. —

Benji Jones, Vox, 2 Nov. 2024 Otherwise, the imbalance of 70% male to 30% female in companies will persist, especially in leadership roles. —

Corinne Post, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for imbalance

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However, while inequalities persist, especially at the top, shining a light on those who could use some attention is essential.

Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Still, nongovernment organizations and opposition politicians believe the measures do not go far enough and are demanding that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni take further steps to combat gender inequality and reduce crime against women in the country.

Karen Gilchrist, NBC News, 4 Dec. 2024