as in proposed
to set before the mind for consideration
posed an interesting question for the visiting astronomer
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
as in puzzled
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
utterly posed by the barrage of questions
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of posed
Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 13 Jan. 2026
The organization added that Stone spied Mo on the red carpet, posed for a few photos with the pup, and then decided the dog would be the perfect pet for her youngest son, Quinn.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The installation of the massive turbine at this location and depth posed multiple challenges, including complex sea conditions, work at elevated altitudes, and a narrow operational window as the typhoon season approached.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
Scherzinger playfully posed with her tongue sticking out, leaning into the forever summer aesthetic with wet hair and a pair of oversized sunglasses.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
In one photo, Brinkley posed on a rocky shoreline as gentle waves rolled in behind her.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Together, the pair also posed for photos with their daughter, Lily, before heading inside to take their seats for the ceremony.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Political leaders continue to ignore the threat posed by soaring federal debt.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Advertisement In a lengthy response to TIME, the DHS, which oversees federal immigration agents, claimed the use of force was justified in all 13 shootings because the vehicle posed a threat to the agent who fired the weapon.
—Richard Hall, Time, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
Justices posed various hypothetical questions throughout and, at times, got into tense lines of questioning while trying to understand the attorneys’ arguments and what previous cases reflect about this one.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 13 Jan. 2026
The organization added that Stone spied Mo on the red carpet, posed for a few photos with the pup, and then decided the dog would be the perfect pet for her youngest son, Quinn.
—Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The installation of the massive turbine at this location and depth posed multiple challenges, including complex sea conditions, work at elevated altitudes, and a narrow operational window as the typhoon season approached.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
Scherzinger playfully posed with her tongue sticking out, leaning into the forever summer aesthetic with wet hair and a pair of oversized sunglasses.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
In one photo, Brinkley posed on a rocky shoreline as gentle waves rolled in behind her.
—Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Together, the pair also posed for photos with their daughter, Lily, before heading inside to take their seats for the ceremony.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Political leaders continue to ignore the threat posed by soaring federal debt.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2026
Advertisement In a lengthy response to TIME, the DHS, which oversees federal immigration agents, claimed the use of force was justified in all 13 shootings because the vehicle posed a threat to the agent who fired the weapon.
—Richard Hall, Time, 12 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Posed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posed. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
