poised
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/pɔɪzd/
🇬🇧
/pɔɪzd/
adjective
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Ready to move but staying still
She stood poised at the starting line, waiting for the signal to run.
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Balanced but could tip either way
The vase was poised on the table's edge, ready to fall at any moment.
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Fully prepared for something
The team is poised to take the lead in the final minutes of the game.
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Calm, confident, and in control
Despite the pressure, she remained poised and answered all questions calmly.
translation
Ready to move but staying still; Balanced but could tip either way; Fully prepared for something; Calm, confident, and in control