bal·anced
ˈba-lən(t)st 
: being in a state of balance : having different parts or elements properly or effectively arranged, proportioned, regulated, considered, etc.
a balanced diet
a balanced blend of ingredients
balanced flavors
a football team with a balanced offense
providing a balanced solution
a fair and balanced assessment
trying to lead a more balanced life
a balanced budget [=a budget in which total revenues equal or exceed total expenses]
balanced
2 of 2past tense and past participle of balance entry 1
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Adjective
no balanced person would believe that their dog's bark was actually the voice of God
a balanced arrangement of the furniture made the room look more spacious
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Adjective
From an evolutionary standpoint, humans like symmetry and balanced proportions.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 23 Mar. 2025
Julie Butner, president and CEO of Tarrant Area Food Bank, said the organization has been able to maintain balanced supply and distribution through the local food purchase agreement.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2025
DeMar DeRozan led a balanced effort with 22 points for the Kings (35-35), who were missing Malik Monk and Domantas Sabonis.
—Jason Anderson, Sacramento Bee, 23 Mar. 2025
Her much-older brother is a balanced person in his mid-70s and his good will toward her means a lot to her.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balanced. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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balanced
adjective
bal·anced
-ən(t)st
1
: having the physiologically active elements mutually counteracting
a balanced solution
2
of a diet or ration
: furnishing all needed nutrients in the amount, form, and proportions needed to support healthy growth and productivity
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