Skip to main content

Word of the Day – Equipoise

By June 12, 2016Word of the Day

Equipoise (noun)

ek-wip-oys

A balance of forces or interest.

From mid 17th century, equi – balance, poise – perfect. Also a verb, to balance or counterbalance.

Example sentences

“The EU and it’s corresponding governments offer an equipoise of power.”

“The scales of justice must be held in equipoise.”

Leave a Reply