(ho-me-o-sta-sis) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. the tendency of a physiological system esp. of mammals and other higher animals to remain more or less stable.

Example Sentence

The term that is used to describe this balance of function in the body is homeostasis.

Synonyms

balance of function; homeostasis; homeostasis

Antonyms

imbalance

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Rhymes

  • glacis
  • racists 5: homeostasis

  • homeostasis