poise
//pɔɪz//
Noun
1
A graceful and elegant bearing or composure, especially under pressure.
She maintained her poise throughout the difficult interview.
2
A state of balance or equilibrium.
The gymnast maintained perfect poise on the balance beam.
Antonym
Verb
poiseInfinitive
poisePresent tense
poisedPast tense
poisedPast participle
poisingPresent participle
poisesThird-person singular
1
To hold or balance something in a steady position, often in preparation for action.
She poised the pen above the paper, ready to sign.
2
To be or remain suspended or balanced.
The hummingbird poised in the air before the flower.