poise Antonyms

Meaning of poise

Wordnet

poise (n)

a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second

a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium

great coolness and composure under strain

Wordnet

poise (v)

be motionless, in suspension

prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult

cause to be balanced or suspended

hold or carry in equilibrium

Webster

poise (v.)

Weight; gravity; that which causes a body to descend; heaviness.

The weight, or mass of metal, used in weighing, to balance the substance weighed.

The state of being balanced by equal weight or power; equipoise; balance; equilibrium; rest.

That which causes a balance; a counterweight.

Webster

poise (n.)

To balance; to make of equal weight; as, to poise the scales of a balance.

To hold or place in equilibrium or equiponderance.

To counterpoise; to counterbalance.

To ascertain, as by the balance; to weigh.

To weigh (down); to oppress.

Webster

poise (v. i.)

To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.

poise Sentence Examples

  1. She exuded poise and grace as she walked across the stage.
  2. The dancer maintained perfect poise throughout the intricate performance.
  3. Despite the chaos, he displayed remarkable poise and composure.
  4. Her poise and confidence commanded respect from her peers.
  5. The statue stood with a poise that suggested both strength and fragility.
  6. The young woman's poise belied her nervousness about the interview.
  7. The surgeon maintained a steady poise during the delicate operation.
  8. The ballerina's poise and precision were breathtaking.
  9. She carried herself with an air of poise that made her presence known.
  10. The horse's poise and elegance won him the blue ribbon at the show.

FAQs About the word poise

a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter main

equilibrium,balance, equipoise, stasis, equilibration, offset, fixedness, stability, steadiness, security

unbalance, disequilibrium, nonequilibrium, imbalance,imbalance, nonequilibrium, instability, disequilibrium, unbalance, instability

She exuded poise and grace as she walked across the stage.

The dancer maintained perfect poise throughout the intricate performance.

Despite the chaos, he displayed remarkable poise and composure.

Her poise and confidence commanded respect from her peers.