poised
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for poised, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Calm, self-possessed, and confident in manner.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Calm, self-possessed, and confident in manner.
“The spokesperson stayed poised despite the barrage of questions.”
Opposites
2. adj
Balanced or held steady in position.
“The waiter walked past, a full tray poised on one hand.”
Opposites
How to use poised
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
poised to strike
poised and ready
remain poised
Frequently asked questions
What does “poised” mean?
The word “poised” means calm, self-possessed, and confident in manner. In plain terms, either calm and composed, or on the verge of doing something.
How do you pronounce “poised”?
“Poised” is pronounced poyzd (/pɔɪzd/ in IPA).
How do you use “poised” in a sentence?
Here is “poised” used in a sentence: “The spokesperson stayed poised despite the barrage of questions.”
What part of speech is “poised”?
“Poised” is an adjective.
Is “poised” a common word?
“Poised” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “poised” have?
“Poised” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: calm, self-possessed, and confident in manner.
