poised
adjectiveHow many syllables in poised?
There is 1 syllable in the word poised.Divide poised into syllables:
poised
How to pronounce poised:
Definition of poised:
- poised (adjective):
- having poise
- absolutely ready
- marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action.
Synonyms for poised:
all set
assured
collected
complacent
composed
conceited
confident
cool
coolheaded
egoistical
egotistical
equanimous
hopeful
imperturbable
important
in the wings
nerveless
on the brink
optimistic
pompous
prepared
prideful
proud
ready
recollected
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Antonyms for poised:
caught napping
caught off guard
flat-footed
half-baked
ill-equipped
not prepared
not ready
surprised
taken off guard
underprepared
unequipped
unfit
unprepared
unqualified
unready
unsuspecting
untrained
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