World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesStatus
/ˈsteɪ.təs/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The relative social, professional, or standing position of someone or something in relation to others.
"They achieved high professional status through years of dedicated research." - 2
The official classification, condition, or state of affairs of a person, group, or thing at a particular time.
"We are currently checking the status of our order online."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Latin word status, meaning 'standing', 'position', or 'condition', stemming from the verb stare ('to stand'). It entered the English language in the 17th century through Latin, initially retaining its legal and political senses before broadening to denote general social or professional standing.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Status"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Status" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
statut
Transliteration: sta.ty
"Son statut social a évolué au fil des ans."
Status
Transliteration: ˈstaːtʊs
"Der aktuelle Status des Projekts ist vielversprechend."
stato
Transliteration: ˈstaːto
"Vogliamo conoscere lo stato attuale dei lavori."
estado
Transliteration: esˈtaðo
"El estado de la economía sigue siendo incierto."
estado
Transliteration: iʃˈtadu
"Precisamos verificar o estado da entrega."
स्थिति
Transliteration: sthiti
Script: हिंदी देवनागरी
"परियोजना की स्थिति बहुत अच्छी है।"
地位
Transliteration: dìwèi
Script: 中文汉字
"她在公司里的地位非常重要。"
지위
Transliteration: jiwi
Script: 한국어 한글
"그는 사회에서 높은 지위를 가지고 있다."
地位
Transliteration: chii
Script: 日本語
"彼女は新しい社会的地位を獲得した。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsA very rich person; a millionaire or billionaire of legendary proportions.
A person who promotes or publicizes a particular organization, doctrine, or biased point of view, often using misleading or manipulative information.
A scarecrow or a grotesque figure set up in a field.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Status"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.