equilibria
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/ˌiːkwəˈlɪbriə/
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/ˌiːkwɪˈlɪbriə/
(equilibrium)
state of balance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'equilibrium' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aequilibrium', where 'aequi-' meant 'equal' and 'libra' meant 'balance'.
Historical Evolution
'aequilibrium' transformed into the French word 'équilibre', and eventually became the modern English word 'equilibrium' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'equal balance', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the plural form of 'equilibrium', referring to multiple states of balance or stability.
The chemical reaction reached multiple equilibria under different conditions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41