GRE Word List

POISE

balance

The meaning of the word poise is balance.

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WordMeaning
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
forda shallow part of a body of water that may be crossed by wading
impeccablefree from fault or blame : flawless
reverendworthy of reverence : revered
magisterialof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction