poised Synonyms

poised Meaning

Wordnet

poised (s)

marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action

in full control of your faculties

Webster

poised (imp. & p. p.)

of Poise

poised Sentence Examples

  1. The athlete stood poised at the starting line, ready to sprint with lightning speed.
  2. The ballerina moved with effortless grace, her body poised and elegant.
  3. The hawk hovered in the air, its wings poised for a dive.
  4. The surgeon's hands were poised and steady as he performed the delicate procedure.
  5. The speaker took a moment to gather his thoughts, his expression poised and confident.
  6. The flowers stood poised in bloom, their petals unfurling in the sunlight.
  7. The hunter remained poised and alert, waiting patiently for his prey to emerge.
  8. The waiter stood poised with a tray of refreshments, ready to serve the guests.
  9. The CEO presented her vision for the company with poise and eloquence.
  10. The young woman stood poised at the threshold of adulthood, eager to embrace the challenges that lay ahead.

FAQs About the word poised

marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action, in full control of your facultiesof Poise

tranquil, composed, unperturbed, recollected, self-assured, self-possessed, coolheaded, serene, self-confident, secure

timid, nervous, modest, meek, meek, unassuming, insecure, unassertive, diffident, humble

The athlete stood poised at the starting line, ready to sprint with lightning speed.

The ballerina moved with effortless grace, her body poised and elegant.

The hawk hovered in the air, its wings poised for a dive.

The surgeon's hands were poised and steady as he performed the delicate procedure.