Imbalanced

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈbælənst/

Definitions of imbalanced

adjective not balanced or in equilibrium; lacking balance or symmetry

Example Sentences

A1 The seesaw was imbalanced with one side higher than the other.

A2 The imbalanced distribution of wealth in the country is causing social unrest.

B1 The imbalanced ratio of men to women in the company's leadership positions is being addressed through diversity initiatives.

B2 The imbalanced power dynamics between the two countries led to a strained diplomatic relationship.

C1 The imbalanced budget allocation resulted in cuts to essential services.

C2 The imbalanced ecosystem caused by human intervention has led to the extinction of several species.

Examples of imbalanced in a Sentence

formal The distribution of resources in the country is imbalanced, with certain regions receiving more than others.

informal The teams in the tournament are imbalanced, with one being much stronger than the others.

slang Her workload is totally imbalanced right now, she's swamped with tasks.

figurative The power dynamics in the office are imbalanced, with some employees having more influence than others.

Grammatical Forms of imbalanced

past tense

imbalanced

plural

imbalanced

comparative

more imbalanced

superlative

most imbalanced

present tense

imbalance

future tense

will be imbalanced

perfect tense

have imbalanced

continuous tense

is imbalancing

singular

imbalanced

positive degree

imbalanced

infinitive

imbalance

gerund

imbalancing

participle

imbalanced

Origin and Evolution of imbalanced

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'imbalanced' originated from the combination of the prefix 'im-' meaning 'not' or 'lacking' and the word 'balanced', which refers to being in a state of equilibrium or stability.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a lack of balance or stability, the word 'imbalanced' has evolved to also connote an unequal distribution or disproportionate allocation of resources or qualities.