1. not properly balanced or in equilibrium; lacking proper poise or composure
Usage: often used in literary or formal contexts; can describe physical imbalance or emotional/mental state

Examples

• The acrobat felt mispoised on the narrow beam and had to regain her footing.
• He gave a mispoised response to the unexpected question, stammering awkwardly.
• The sculpture appeared mispoised, as if it might topple over at any moment.
• She seemed mispoised during the interview, unable to maintain her usual confidence.
• The dancer's mispoised leap nearly caused her to fall off the stage.