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stature

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˈstætʃɝ// UK //stˈætʃɐ// stature Archaic

n. the amount of respect or importance someone has because of their achievements. It can also mean how tall a person is.

n. the level of reputation or status gained through achievement or excellence. Also refers to a person's natural height when standing.


SIMPLE

The professor is a woman of great academic stature.

CONTEXTUAL

Despite his small physical stature, he was a giant in the world of international diplomacy.

COMPLEX

The museum's global stature grew significantly after it acquired the rare collection of Renaissance masterpieces.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English stature, from Old French stature, from Latin statūra.

Usage

When referring to reputation, it is almost always uncountable. When referring to height, it is also uncountable and often paired with adjectives like 'small', 'short', or 'tall'.

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