Resolve: Balance

bal·ance

ˈbaləns/

noun

1. 1.

   an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady.

   "slipping in the mud but keeping their balance"

   synonyms:

   stability, equilibrium, steadiness, footing
2. 2.

   a condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.

   "overseas investments can add balance to an investment portfolio"

   synonyms:

   fairness, justice, impartiality, evenhandedness, egalitarianism, equal opportunity;

verb

1. 1.

   keep or put (something) in a steady position so that it does not fall.

   "a mug that she balanced on her knee"

   synonyms:

   steady, stabilize, poise, level
2. 2.

   offset or compare the value of (one thing) with another.

   "the cost of obtaining such information needs to be balanced against its benefits"

   synonyms:

   weigh, weigh up, compare, evaluate, consider, assess, appraise,judge