English / word
homeostasis
noun C2MEANING IN ENGLISH
the tendency of a living organism or system to maintain internal stability and equilibrium despite changes in external conditions
In context
01
Sweating helps the body maintain homeostasis in hot weather.
02
The human body maintains homeostasis through temperature regulation.
Synonyms
balance,stability,regulation
Antonyms
instability,disruption,imbalance
Collocations
maintain homeostasis,body homeostasis,cellular homeostasis