Unbalance

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈbæləns/

Definitions of unbalance

noun a state of being out of equilibrium or lacking balance

Example Sentences

A1 The unbalance of the seesaw made it difficult for the children to play on.

A2 The unbalance in her diet was causing health problems.

B1 The unbalance of power between the two countries led to tension in the region.

B2 The unbalance in the economy was evident in the widening wealth gap.

C1 The unbalance of emotions was overwhelming, causing her to seek therapy.

C2 The unbalance in the company's leadership team was affecting its overall performance.

Examples of unbalance in a Sentence

formal The unbalance in the financial market caused a ripple effect throughout the economy.

informal Her sudden outburst unbalanced the whole group.

slang Dude, that skateboard trick was so sick, it totally unbalanced me.

figurative The unexpected news unbalanced his emotions, leaving him feeling overwhelmed.

Grammatical Forms of unbalance

• past tense: unbalanced
• plural: unbalances
• comparative: more unbalanced
• superlative: most unbalanced
• present tense: unbalance
• future tense: will unbalance
• perfect tense: has unbalanced
• continuous tense: is unbalancing
• singular: unbalance
• positive degree: unbalanced
• infinitive: to unbalance
• gerund: unbalancing
• participle: unbalancing

Origin and Evolution of unbalance

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'unbalance' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the word 'balance' which comes from the Latin 'bilanx' meaning 'having two scales'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a lack of equilibrium or stability, the word 'unbalance' has evolved to also signify mental or emotional instability or lack of harmony.