Standing

Definition

Standing refers to the position or status of an individual within a particular group or community, based on certain criteria such as reputation or achievements. It also denotes an upright posture or position.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈstændɪŋ/
• Respelling: STAN-ding (with "STAN" as in "stand" and "ding" as in "ringing")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈstændɪŋ/
• Respelling: STAN-ding (similar to American English, with "STAN" as in "stand" and "ding" like in "ringing")

In both dialects, "standing" is pronounced with the primary stress on the first syllable, "STAN." The pronunciation of "standing" is consistent between American and British English, highlighting the word's straightforward phonetic structure.

Etymology

The word "standing" has its origins from Old English "standan" (to stand) + -ing. The sense of 'condition, state' is from late 14c., from the notion of 'a standing position.'

Derivatives

• Standingness
• Stand
• Standable
• Unstanding
• Misstanding

Synonyms

• Status
• Reputation
• Stature

Antonyms

• Fall
• Disrepute
• Degradation

Usage

The term "standing" is frequently used to describe one's status or reputation in a community or group. It is also used to refer to an upright position or posture.

Related Terms

• Stature
• Reputation
• Position
• Upright

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Reputation: The status, rank, or reputation of a person within a certain community or group, often based on particular achievements, characteristics, or behaviors.
• Example: "Her standing in the scientific community rose after the publication of her groundbreaking research."

• Upright Position: The position of being upright on one's feet; an erect posture.
• Example: "He rose to a standing position from his seat."

Adjective

• Fixed or Permanent: Having an indefinitely long continuity; in a permanent or continuous position.
• Example: "The standing committee meets once a month."

• Being Erect: Being in an upright position or posture.
• Example: "She was the only standing audience member after the shocking revelation during the play."