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oise, opise, piose, poiise, pois, poisee, poisse, poize, pooise, ppoise

Poise — synonyms, definition

1. poise (Noun)

83 synonyms

aloofness aplomb appearance artfulness articulation assurance assuredness attitude balance behaviour boldness bravery breeding calm calmness carriage composure conduct confidence constraint • • •

3 definitions

poise (Noun) — A cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimetre; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimetre maintains a velocity of 1 centimetre per second.

poise (Noun) — A state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium.

poise (Noun) — Great coolness and composure under strain. ex. "keep your poise"

8 types of

calm calmness collectedness composure equanimity equilibrium unflappability unit of viscosity

2. poise (Verb)

23 synonyms

adjust balance brace equalise equalize equilibrate even float hang hover land linger loiter perch roost set settle down sit square stabilise • • •

4 definitions

poise (Verb) — Be motionless, in suspension. ex. "The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked"

poise (Verb) — Prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult.

poise (Verb) — Cause to be balanced or suspended.

poise (Verb) — Hold or carry in equilibrium.

15 types of

bear carry fix gear up hold hover lay place pose position prepare put ready set set up

3 types

juggle nerve steel

3. poise (US)

9 synonyms

air behavior carriage course of action decorum deportment etiquette mien walk