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HOMEOSTASIS

a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group

The meaning of the word homeostasis is a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group.

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WordMeaning
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
distortto twist (see twist
hovelan open shed or shelter
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
meniala person doing menial work
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
incompatiblenot compatible: such as