Found 2 items, similar to Equipoise.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: equipoise equipoise n : equality of distribution [syn: balance, equilibrium, counterbalance]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Equipoise Equipoise \E"qui*poise\, n. [Equi- + poise.] 1. Equality of weight or force; hence, equilibrium; a state in which the two ends or sides of a thing are balanced, and hence equal; state of being equally balanced; -- said of moral, political, or social interests or forces. [1913 Webster] The means of preserving the equipoise and the tranquillity of the commonwealth. --Burke. [1913 Webster] Our little lives are kept in equipoise By opposite attractions and desires. --Longfellow. [1913 Webster] 2. Counterpoise. [1913 Webster] The equipoise to the clergy being removed. --Buckle.