Definition of poise

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • poise is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 7
  • poise is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 7
  • poise is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of poise


  • prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. brace
  • great coolness and composure under strain (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. aplomb
    2. assuredness
    3. cool
    4. sang-froid
  • hold or carry in equilibrium (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. balance
  • a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second (noun)
  • a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium (noun)
  • be motionless, in suspension (verb)

    Examples

    1. The bird poised for a few moments before it attacked
  • cause to be balanced or suspended (verb)

See definition of poise in Merriam Webster