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Meaning of losing balance
The primary meaning of "losing balance" refers to the act of no longer being stable or steady, either physically or figuratively.
Etymology of losing balance
The word "losing" comes from the Old English word "losian," which means to become separated or to misplace something.
The word "balance" originates from the Old French word "balancer," which is derived from the Latin word "bilanx," meaning having two scales.
The phrase "losing balance" has been in use since the 15th century, initially referring to physical instability, and later expanding to include figurative meanings.
Synonyms
stumbling
faltering
tottering
slipping
tripping
falling
tumbling
staggering
lurching
careening
swaying
teetering
wavering
unsteady
unstable
precarious
shaky
wobbly
dizzy
disoriented
off-balance
unbalanced
toppling
plummeting
dropping
sinking
foundering
collapsing
crumbling
losing control
losing footing
losing grip
losing stability
Definitions
- The phrase "losing balance" is defined by Oxford Languages as becoming unsteady or unstable, often due to a lack of equilibrium or control.
- * It can also refer to a situation where someone or something is no longer stable or secure, either physically, emotionally, or financially.
Usage Examples
- After a few too many drinks, he started losing balance and had to hold onto the table to stay upright.
- * The company is losing balance financially and may need to declare bankruptcy if things don't improve.
- * She was losing balance on the tightrope and had to be caught by the safety net.
Antonyms
gaining balance
regaining balance
maintaining balance
keeping balance
stabilizing
steadying
firming
solidifying
strengthening
securing
anchoring
grounding
centering
focusing
concentrating
composing
collecting
restoring
recovering
righting
correcting
adjusting
aligning
straightening