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1
: natural height (as of a person) in an upright position
2
: quality or status gained by growth, development, or achievement
Examples of stature in a Sentence
The university has grown in stature during her time as president.
a man of surprisingly great stature
Recent Examples on the Web
Mike Johnson, who’s about five feet eight, derives a disarming effect from his shorter stature.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2024
Treasured in hip-hop circles for his sophisticated, sample-rich, sonically colorful beats, Dilla’s stature has only grown since his death at a youthful 32 amid complications from lupus.
—Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 13 Mar. 2024
But his enduring political stature as the Cold War heated up and the impact of lower inflation on voter attitudes provided insulation against economic problems.
—Jeff Sommer, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024
Marley’s stature on the international stage has only grown in the decades since his death.
—John Blake, CNN, 3 Mar. 2024
Don't let the small stature of a finger vibe fool you: These discreet picks bring on some climax-inducing vibrations.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 3 Mar. 2024
Central to Shakespeare’s tragedy is the idea of the Fall, which implies social stature of a royal level.
—Andrew Aoyama, The Atlantic, 28 Feb. 2024
Ads around the country Newsom’s funds are being used to boost his national stature, through spending on ads and helping other campaigns.
—David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2024
Kerr had been a lame duck coach up until this point, which is rare for a figure of his stature.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2024
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“Stature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stature. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.
Kids Definition
stature
noun
stat·ure
ˈstach-ər
1
: natural height (as of a person) in an upright position
2
: quality or status gained by growth, development, or achievement
artists of stature
Medical Definition
stature
noun
stat·ure
ˈstach-ər
: natural height (as of a person) in an upright position
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