Definition of poised

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  • poised is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • poised is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
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Definition of poised

  • in full control of your faculties (adjective)

    Examples

    1. perfectly poised and sure of himself

    Synonyms

    1. collected
    2. equanimous
    3. self-collected
    4. self-contained
    5. self-possessed
  • marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a gull in poised flight
    2. George's poised hammer

See definition of poised in Merriam Webster