Poising: meaning, definitions and examples

emotional state

Poising refers to the act of balancing or holding something in a steady position. This can apply to both physical objects and emotional states, where one manages to stabilize feelings or reactions. It is often used in contexts where equilibrium is expressed, whether it be in a literal sense, like poising a sculpture for display, or metaphorical, like poising oneself to handle an emotional situation without overreacting.

balancing, equilibrating, stabilizing

Examples of usage

• She was poising the painting on the easel.

• He spent time poising himself for the interview.

• The dancer was poising gracefully before her performance.