Equilibrative

/ˌɛkwɪˈlɪbrətɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, serving, or tending to produce equilibrium; having a balancing effect.

Etymology

From 'equilibrate' with the adjectival suffix '-ive,' used to describe things that cause or relate to equilibrium.

Kelly Says

This adjective appears in specialized scientific writing—'equilibrative forces' or 'equilibrative mechanisms'—to describe anything whose job is to maintain balance in a system.

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