Posed meaning : To place in an attitude or fixed position, for the sake of effect. To ask; to set (a test, quiz, riddle, etc.). To constitute (a danger, a threat, a risk, etc.). (in the phrase "to pose as") To falsely impersonate (another person or occupation) primarily for the purpose of accomplishing something or reaching a goal. To assume or maintain a pose; to strike an attitude. To behave affectedly in order to attract interest or admiration. To interrogate; to question. To question with a view to puzzling; to embarrass by questioning or scrutiny; to bring to a stand. To ask (someone) questions; to interrogate. To puzzle, non-plus, or embarrass with difficult questions. To perplex or confuse (someone). Firm; determined; fixed.