1. A state of balance or equilibrium between two equal forces or weights.
2. A counterbalancing weight or force.

1. To balance or counterbalance; to place in a state of equilibrium.

Examples

• The seesaw reached an equipoise when both children weighed the same.
• The political system maintains an equipoise between executive and legislative branches.
• She equipoises the scales by adding weights to both sides.
• The artist equipoises the composition with careful placement of elements.
• An equipoise of power between the two nations prevented conflict.
• The acrobat equipoises on one hand with remarkable skill.
• The budget seeks to equipoise spending across all departments.