1. (noun) poise
a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second
Synonyms: assuredness, sang-froid, aplomb, cool
2. (noun) poise
a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium
Synonyms: assuredness, sang-froid, aplomb, cool
3. (verb) aplomb, assuredness, cool, poise, sang-froid
great coolness and composure under strain
Synonyms: assuredness, poise, sang-froid, aplomb, cool
4. (verb) poise
be motionless, in suspension
Synonyms: brace, balance
5. (verb) brace, poise
prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult
Synonyms: brace, stabilize, energize, arouse, energise, stabilise, steady, poise, balance, perk up, stimulate
6. (verb) poise
cause to be balanced or suspended
Synonyms: brace, balance
7. (verb) poise, balance
hold or carry in equilibrium
Synonyms: equilibrize, brace, poise, equilibrate, balance, equilibrise
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Synonyms for poise 
