1. to bring into or maintain a state of balance or equilibrium
Usage: formal; often used in scientific contexts
2. to reach a state of balance or equilibrium
Usage: intransitive use

Examples

• The chemist waited for the solution to equilibrate at room temperature.
• It takes time for the pressure to equilibrate between the two chambers.
• The therapist helped equilibrate the patient’s emotional state.
• The system will equilibrate naturally if left undisturbed.
• Engineers must equilibrate the forces acting on the bridge structure.
• The market forces eventually equilibrated supply and demand.