Equilibrate
Part of speech: verb
Definition: To balance, or bring into equilibrium. To balance, to be in a state of equilibrium.
Balance
Part of speech: verb
Definition: to make (items) weigh up.(figurative) to make (concepts) agree.to hold (an object or objects) precariously.to make the credits and debits of (an account) correspond.to be in equilibrium.to have matching credits and debits.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A pair of scales.Libra.A device used to regulate the speed of a watch, clock etc.A weight placed on a scale to provide equilibrium; something of equal importance or value.Equilibrium; a state in which opposing forces cancel each other out.Mental equilibrium; calmness, a state of remaining clear-headed and unperturbed.Support for both viewpoints, substances etc or neither; neutrality.Apparent harmony in arts, design etc. between differing colours, sounds, etc.The overall result of conflicting forces, opinions etc.; the influence which ultimately "weighs" more than others.A list accounting for the debits on one side, and for the credits on the other.The result of such a procedure; the difference between credit and debit of an account.
Example sentence: From my experience, the best advisors help in three ways: encourage you to look at the problem or opportunity from multiple angles; help you balance the tug of the short-term with important long-term priorities; and ask the tough questions you need to know to reach the best solution.