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POISE

/pɔɪz/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

P 3/4
O 1/1
I 1/1
S 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of POISE

noun

A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.

noun

Composure; freedom from embarrassment or affectation.

noun

Mien; bearing or deportment of the head or body.

verb

To hang in equilibrium; to be balanced or suspended; hence, to be in suspense or doubt.

verb

To counterpoise; to counterbalance.

verb

To be of a given weight; to weigh.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is POISE a Scrabble Word?

Yes, POISE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: POISE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for POISE

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter poise Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 41111 8

How to Use POISE in Word Games

POISE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, POISE is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble POISE to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About POISE

What does POISE mean?
POISE is a noun. A state of balance, equilibrium or stability.
Is POISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, POISE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is POISE worth in Scrabble?
POISE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from POISE?
You can make 38 words from the letters in POISE. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.