Status

Definition

The term "status" refers to the condition, position, or social standing of a person, organization, or object, as well as the state of progress or affairs.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪtəs/, /ˈstætəs/
• Respelling: STAY-tuhs, STAT-uhs

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪtəs/, /ˈstætəs/
• Respelling: STAY-tuhs, STAT-uhs

Etymology

The word "status" originates from Latin "status," meaning "state or condition," derived from "stare," which means "to stand." Its use expanded in Middle English to include positions in society or states of affairs.

Derivatives

• Statute (noun)
• Status quo (noun)
• Status symbol (noun)
• Statutory (adjective)
• Stateless (adjective)

Synonyms

• Condition
• Rank
• Position

Antonyms

• Chaos
• Disorder
• None

Usage

The term "status" is used in contexts ranging from social hierarchy to current conditions. For example: "His status as a leader is unquestionable," or "What is the status of the project?"

Related Terms

• Condition: The state of something regarding its appearance, quality, or functioning.
• Hierarchy: A system of ranking and social standing.
• Rank: A position within a hierarchy or organization.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The condition or situation at a particular time: Refers to the current state of progress or affairs.
  • Example: "The project is in its final status of review."
• Social or professional standing: Refers to the rank or position of someone in a society or organization.
  • Example: "His status as a celebrity attracts attention."
• State of legality or progress: Refers to the recognition or classification of something in official terms.
  • Example: "The refugee's status is under consideration."