SELF-POISE Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

self-poise

noun

Definition of self-poise

as in composure

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Noun

Ampadu’s tenacity in the tackle, composure on the ball and his long throw — an emerging weapon — all contributed to the team’s strong showings.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Willis showed good composure, arm strength, accuracy and decision-making, going 4-for-5 passing for 43 yards while leading the Dolphins on a 14-play, 93-yard touchdown drive.

— Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of composure

Noun

The projections can take whatever physical form a ring-bearer wills, and some powerful Lanterns have conjured the shapes of living beings, though sentience is another matter.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
Many cities and counties would become dependent on the good will of Tallahassee lawmakers — and anyone who thinks legislators don’t play favorites hasn’t been paying attention.

— Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of will

Noun

Despite months of negotiations, Tehran and Washington seem poised to keep fighting on and off in an effort to wear down the other’s materiel and willpower.

— Dina Esfandiary, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026
To preserve your willpower and patience, which naturally decrease as the day progresses, block time for high-stakes reviews during your peak mental clarity, typically first thing in the morning.

— Luciana Paulise, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of willpower

Noun

The footage also showed federal agents were by the apartment front door and Neal was at a significant distance when the shooting occurred, according to Wharton.

— Juliana Kim, NPR, 23 Aug. 2026
But Norris ensured that Antonelli could not escape into the distance and, after both cars switched to the hard compound tire, started to look more comfortable than the championship leader.

— Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of distance

Noun

Success requires self-discipline, resilience and the ability to stay productive without the structure of a traditional office.

— Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Some employ chatbots for fun or companionship, but many others use them to support their mental health care—from attempting to self-diagnose conditions to helping with self-discipline.

— Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 18 June 2026

Definition of self-discipline

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