equipoise (noun) – balance of forces or interests

(Pronounced eh-kwih-poyz)

To remember the definition of the word equipoise, use the following mnemonic:

Both ninjas were equipped with poison (equipoise) darts, so the balance of forces was equal. 

Examples of equipoise (noun) in a sentence

The equipoise between the teams made it a very close game. 

It was a constant struggle to find equipoise between her professional and personal lives. 

The lack of equipoise within the team made it difficult to get anything done.