poised
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɔɪzd// UK //pˈɔɪzd// poised
adj. ready to do something or move at any moment. It also describes someone who is calm and has a lot of self-control.
adj. characterised by a state of readiness or equilibrium; prepared to take immediate action. When describing a person, it refers to a composed and self-assured manner.
The cat is poised to jump on the mouse.
The company is poised to become the market leader after its latest successful product launch.
Despite the intense pressure from the media, the young diplomat remained poised, answering every difficult question with remarkable grace and clarity.
Usage
Often followed by an infinitive ('poised to do') or a prepositional phrase ('poised for').