Definitions
There are 15 meanings of the word
Standing.
How to pronounce standing:
US
Standing - as an adjective
(of fluids) not moving or flowing
Example: "Mosquitoes breed in standing water"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
runningExecuted in or initiated from a standing position
Example: "Race from a standing start"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
running(of persons) on the feet; having the torso in an erect position supported by straight legs
Example: "Standing room only"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
seatedStanding - as a noun
Social or financial or professional status or reputation
Example: "Of equal standing"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
positionstatusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event
The act of assuming or maintaining an erect upright position
Standing - as an adjective satellite
Having a supporting base
Example: "A standing lamp"
Not created for a particular occasion
Example: "A standing committee"
Permanent
Example: "A standing army"
Standing - as a verb
(heading) to position or be positioned physically.
(heading) to position or be positioned mentally.
(heading) to position or be positioned socially.
Of a ship or its captain, to steer, sail (in a specified direction, for a specified destination etc.).
To remain without ruin or injury.
To stop asking for more cards; to keep one's hand as it has been dealt so far.
Example Sentences
"He took his place in the standing room section of the stadium."
"Her standing in the community helped her get elected."
"The politician's standing among voters declined after the scandal."
"I couldn't see the stage from my standing position in the back."
"The painting depicts a man in a standing position."
Word Game Points
Is STANDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, standing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STANDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is STANDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, standing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTANDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is STANDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, standing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTANDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
