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poise
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- pronunciation:
- poIz
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the ability to act in a calm and confident manner.
The speaker faced the audience with great poise.- synonyms:
- composure, self-confidence
- similar words:
- assurance, confidence, equilibrium, grace, temper
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definition 2: |
a state or position of balance.
She sat on the trotting horse with perfect poise.- synonyms:
- balance, equilibrium
- similar words:
- symmetry
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related words: |
balance, calm, composure, patience |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
poises, poising, poised |
definition 1: |
to be in a balanced state.
The boy poised on one leg while he tied his shoe.- synonyms:
- balance, even
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definition 2: |
to be in position and at rest before action.
The tiger poised on the bank, ready to pounce.
- synonyms:
- hang
- similar words:
- hover, suspend
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