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poise vs sang-froid

sang-froid vs poise

poise and sang-froid both are nouns.

poise is a verb but sang-froid is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
poise Yes No Yes No
sang-froid Yes No No No
As nouns, poise and sang-froid are synonyms defined as:
  • poise and sang-froid: great coolness and composure under strain
Other synonyms of poise include aplomb, assuredness, cool.
poise (noun) sang-froid (noun)
great coolness and composure under strain great coolness and composure under strain
a cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one dyne-second per square centimeter; the viscosity of a fluid in which a force of one dyne per square centimeter maintains a velocity of 1 centimeter per second
a state of being balanced in a stable equilibrium
poise (verb) sang-froid (verb)
hold or carry in equilibrium
cause to be balanced or suspended
prepare (oneself), often but not necessarily for something unpleasant or difficult
be motionless, in suspension
Difference between poise and sang-froid

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