Meaning & use

stature

noun·Academic

A person's natural height, or the level of respect and importance they have gained through achievement or reputation.

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Despite his short stature, the boxer dominated opponents with sheer speed and skill.

Her stature in the scientific community grew after the groundbreaking discovery.

A note on using this word

Stature can describe literal physical height or, more often in formal writing, a figurative sense of reputation and standing.

Words with a similar meaning

reputationstanding

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