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
Experts recommend a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins, with a focus on getting enough fiber.
—Gillian Mohney, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025
However, experts said more research on fiber and gut bacteria is needed, and recommended eating a balanced diet of whole foods to support gut health.
—Simon Spichak, Health, 31 Jan. 2025
The housing market is considered balanced when there is a five- to six-month supply, a level that hasn’t been reached since 2012.
—Austin Denean, Baltimore Sun, 31 Jan. 2025
From edibles and tinctures to beverages and wellness products, women are leading the charge toward a more refined and balanced cannabis experience.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 29 Jan. 2025
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balanced. Accessed 7 Feb. 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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