Definition of Poised

1. Adjective. Marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action. "George's poised hammer"

Similar to: Balanced

2. Adjective. In full control of your faculties. "Strong and self-possessed in the face of trouble"
Exact synonyms: Collected, Equanimous, Self-collected, Self-contained, Self-possessed
Similar to: Composed
Derivative terms: Equanimity

Definition of Poised

1. Adjective. Possessing poise, having self-confidence. ¹

2. Adjective. Ready, prepared. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Poised

1. poise [v] - See also: poise

Lexicographical Neighbors of Poised

points of view
points out
points the bone
pointsets
pointsettia
pointsettias
pointsman
pointsmen
pointwise
pointwork
pointy
pointy-toed
poioumenon
pois
poise
poised (current term)
poiseless
poiser
poisers
poises
poisha
poising
poison
poison-berry
poison-ivy
poison-pen letter
poison-pen letters
poison arrow plant
poison ash
poison bush

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