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status

[ˈsteɪtəs]

status Definition

  • 1the position or rank of someone or something when compared to others in a society, organization, group, etc.
  • 2the current state or condition of something

Using status: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "status" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He achieved a high status in the company.

  • Example

    The status of women in society has improved over the years.

  • Example

    The project is currently in a status of pending approval.

  • Example

    The status of the negotiations is unclear.

status Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for status

Antonyms for status

Idioms Using status

  • an object or possession that is considered to indicate a person's high social or economic status

    Example

    For some people, owning a luxury car is a status symbol.

  • a feeling of insecurity or concern about one's social standing or perceived lack of status

    Example

    Some people suffer from status anxiety and are constantly seeking ways to improve their social status.

  • a brief message or post on social media that informs others of one's current activities, thoughts, or feelings

    Example

    I posted a status update on Facebook to let my friends know that I'm traveling to Europe.

Phrases with status

  • the state of being married, single, divorced, etc.

    Example

    The application form asks for your name, address, and marital status.

  • social status

    the position or rank of someone in a society based on factors such as wealth, education, occupation, etc.

    Example

    In some cultures, social status is determined by birth.

  • the current situation or state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues

    Example

    The protesters were demanding changes to the status quo.

Origins of status

from Latin 'status', meaning 'condition, position'

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Summary: status in Brief

The term 'status' [ˈsteɪtəs] refers to the position or rank of someone or something in comparison to others in a society, organization, or group. It can also refer to the current state or condition of something. Examples include 'He achieved a high status in the company,' and 'The project is currently in a status of pending approval.' Phrases like 'marital status' and idioms like 'status symbol' extend the concept of status to specific contexts.

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