Added 9 October 2026
poised
/pɔɪzd/ adjective
adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about poised at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action.
a gull in poised flight
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In full control of your faculties.
the witness remained collected throughout the cross-examination