Word · Frequency #35045
poised
/pɔɪzd/
adjective
悬着的；悬浮的；静止不动的
motionless; in suspension
- 1.
Possessing poise, having self-confidence.
拥有沉着自信的。
- 2.
Ready, prepared.
准备好的
- 3.
Balanced, in position, in equilibrium.
平衡的,处于位置的,均衡的。
拥有沉着自信的。；准备好的；平衡的,处于位置的,均衡的。；平衡的；均衡的
In use
The dragonfly remained poised in the air for a few seconds before darting away.
She stood poised on the edge of the pool, waiting for the signal to dive.
The ball was poised on the edge of the table, about to fall.
be poised to do sth
表示即将或准备好做某事。
The company is poised to launch a new product.
这家公司准备推出一款新产品。
be poised for sth
表示为某事做好准备。
The economy is poised for recovery.
经济准备复苏。
be poised on/at sth
表示处于某位置并保持平衡。
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Usage priority
Collins 词频等级为 2，建议结合例句记忆，而不是只背中文释义。
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