dis|e|qui|lib|ri|um

dis|e|qui|lib|ri|um
dis|e|qui|lib|ri|um «dihs EE kwuh LIHB ree uhm», noun, plural -ri|ums, -ri|a(rē ).
1. loss of equilibrium or stability; the condition of being out of balance: »

Overflowing granaries may make for economic disequilibrium but hardly for spiritual frustration (Wall Street Journal).

2. an amount by which something is out of balance: »

Britain wants the monetary system to be operated in such a way that temporary disequilibria in payments can be financed without upsetting…the adjustment process (London Times).


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