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The correct spelling is poised.
How to pronounce poised
verb
IPA: /pɔɪzd/
Say it like: Poy-sed
The correct spelling is poised. To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt. For example: "I poised the crowbar in my hand, and waited."
Usage Examples
“I poised the crowbar in my hand, and waited.”
“The rock was poised precariously on the edge of the cliff.”
“He stood there, poised to act, and then suddenly he drew his gun in a smooth arc.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.
- 2.To counterpoise; to counterbalance.
- 3.To be of a given weight; to weigh.
- 4.To add weight to, to weigh down.
- 5.To hold (something) with or against something else in equilibrium; to balance, counterpose.
adjective
- 1.Possessing poise, having self-confidence.
- 2.Ready, prepared.
- 3.Balanced, in position, equilibrium
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