1. having a calm, confident, and graceful manner
2. ready or prepared to do something
3. balanced in a steady position

Examples

• She remained poised and calm during the difficult interview.
• The dancer was poised on one foot with perfect balance.
• The company is poised to launch its new product next month.
• He answered the challenging questions in a poised manner.
• The bird was poised on the edge of the cliff, ready to take flight.
• Despite the pressure, she gave a poised presentation to the board.
• The gymnast was poised at the top of the beam before her routine.