Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-statu-quo
Phrase
/ˌɪn ˌstɑːtuː ˈkwəʊ/
Definition
A Latin phrase that means ‘in the state in which’ and is often used to refer to the existing state of affairs.
Examples
- Despite the protests, the government decided to keep the policies in-statu-quo.
- The company aims to maintain the in-statu-quo in its operations during the transition period.
Meaning
The term ‘in-statu-quo’ implies maintaining the current situation or state of things, without changes or alterations.
Synonyms
- status quo
- existing state
- current situation
