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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While preparation matters, eating broccoli regularly as part of a balanced diet is more important than perfect cooking techniques.
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Adjective
Pair scrambled or boiled eggs with a whole grain, healthy fat, or fresh fruit for a versatile and balanced meal.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 29 Dec. 2025
While preparation matters, eating broccoli regularly as part of a balanced diet is more important than perfect cooking techniques.
—Kristen Fischer, Health, 29 Dec. 2025
Retail investors have been turning up their noses at balanced funds in recent years, opting for a DIY approach in the search for attractive returns and effective hedging, an analysis from JPMorgan found.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 29 Dec. 2025
Each pad is soaked in a gentle exfoliating essence that leaves skin smooth, balanced, and glowing after every swipe.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
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“Balanced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/balanced. Accessed 1 Jan. 2026.
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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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