Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stand-pat

idiom

/ˈstænd pæt/

Definition

To refuse to change one’s position or opinion.

Examples

Despite the criticism, she chose to stand-pat on her decision to leave the project.
The company decided to stand-pat on its current strategy, believing it would eventually pay off.

Meaning

The term ‘stand-pat’ means to remain in the same situation without making any adjustments or changes, particularly in response to new information or circumstances.