equilibrado; elegante; preparado
1. Balanced and ready for action; composed and dignified in manner
She stood poised at the edge of the diving board.
Ela estava equilibrada à beira do trampolim.
2. Having a graceful and elegant bearing; self-assured
The diplomat gave a poised and eloquent speech.
O diplomata fez um discurso elegante e eloquente.
3. Suspended or held in a particular position
The bird was poised to take flight.
O pássaro estava pronto para voar.
NYC Slang
keeping it together; got their composure locked in
Related Idioms & Phrases
poised for action - pronto para agir
poised on the brink - à beira de algo
poised and ready - equilibrado e pronto
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