poise

[1]	balance , be balanced , hover , hang , float , make/be/get ready , prepare
[2]	brace
[3]	balance

[1]	balance , equilibrium , equipoise , equiponderance , parity , par
[2]	composure , control , self-possession , aplomb , assurance , dignity , equanimity , sang-froid , cool-headedness , imperturbability , presence of mind , coolness , staidness , reserve , sedateness , calmness , serenity , tranquillity , (Colloq) cool
[3]	aplomb , assuredness , cool , sang-froid