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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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
The balanced team performance drew praises from head coach Geno Auriemma, who went as far as saying that the team made no mistakes.
—Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Bacon, green cabbage, and potatoes combine with a little cider vinegar and crushed red pepper for a balanced and flavorful dish.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
The minimalist metal legs keep it airy and light on its feet, while three balanced compartments with adjustable shelves provide plenty of real estate for books, video game setups, or rows and rows of dishware.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 4 Apr. 2025
Also keep a balanced ratio of wet and dry food scraps to avoid odors that could attract pests.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balanced. Accessed 18 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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