Standing — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Standing
Standing (adjective)
- not yet cut or harvested
- upright on the feet or base, erect
- not flowing, stagnant
Standing (noun)
- a place to stand in, location
- the status of being qualified to assert or enforce rights in a judicial forum (such as a court) arising from a sufficient and protectable interest in the outcome of a legal case due to suffering or being threatened with actual injury as a result of the actions of the other party
- length of service or experience especially as determining rank, pay, or privilege
Standing (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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high position within society
"a man of standing in his community"
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the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
"a tradition of long standing"
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the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement
"my standing in the class at the time of graduation"
Standing (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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fixed in a place or position
"bought the house and all standing appliances and fixtures"
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rising straight up
"all standing timbers are in sound condition"
Standing (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to occupy a place or location
"the monument stands in the middle of the town plaza"
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to put up with (something painful or difficult)
"I don't know how you can stand that job"
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to give what is owed for
"I'll stand lunch, and you can pay me back later"
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to take or have a certain position within a group arranged in vertical classes
"if the city's baseball team wins today, they will stand first in the league"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Standing
The most common words with a similar meaning to Standing:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Standing
Words with the opposite meaning of Standing:
Near Antonyms of Standing
Origin & Etymology of Standing
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Standing
- CEFR level: C1 English Vocabulary — Page 26
- Topics: Descriptions / Adjectives
Words & Phrases Containing Standing
Frequently Asked Questions about Standing
What does "Standing" mean?
"Standing" means not yet cut or harvested. As an an adjective, a noun and a verb, it is defined as: not yet cut or harvested. It has 9 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Standing"?
Other words for "Standing" include class, dignity, fashion, quality, rank, state, continuance and date. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Standing" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Standing"?
There are 179 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Standing". Common alternatives include class, dignity, fashion, quality, rank, state, continuance, date, duration and life.
What is the opposite of "Standing"?
Antonyms of "Standing" include mobile, movable, moving, nonstationary, flat, recumbent and repudiating. Near antonyms include debasement, degradation, subordinateness and subordination.
How do you use "Standing" in a sentence?
Examples of "Standing" in a sentence: "a man of standing in his community"; "a tradition of long standing"; "my standing in the class at the time of graduation".
Is "Standing" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Standing" can be used as an adjective, a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Standing" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C1-level word, "Standing" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Standing"?
"Standing" is pronounced /ˈstan-diŋ/ and divided into syllables as stand·ing.