Poised (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action; "a gull in poised flight"; "George's poised hammer".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Meaning 2
In full control of your faculties; "the witness remained collected throughout the cross-examination"; "perfectly poised and sure of himself"; "more self-contained and more dependable than many of the early frontiersmen"; "strong and self-possessed in the face of trouble".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She walked into the boardroom, perfectly poised and sure of herself as she began her presentation to the investors.
- Despite being the center of attention, the celebrity remained poised throughout the intense interview session.
- As a natural leader, he stood strong and self-possessed in the face of trouble, guiding his team through the difficult period.
- Throughout the tense standoff, the diplomat remained poised and composed, avoiding any provocative statements.
- Her years of experience as a performer allowed her to stay poised and in control, even when a sudden technical issue arose during the live show.