stature

noun

stat·​ure ˈsta-chər 

1

: natural height (as of a person) in an upright position

2

: quality or status gained by growth, development, or achievement

Synonyms

• height
• elevation

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

The Netherlands are not short of candidates here, but a player growing in stature for Jonker’s side is Wieke Kaptein. —Megan Feringa, New York Times, 28 June 2025

Gout’s tall stature, languid running style and raw speed have drawn comparisons with legendary sprinter Usain Bolt and he is considered one of the fastest teenagers in the world. —Ben Morse, CNN Money, 25 June 2025

Two years later, with the publication of Song of Solomon, Morrison also saw how her stature could get in the way. —Clint Smith, The Atlantic, 24 June 2025

His selection would likely prioritize doctrinal rigidity and regime stability, appealing to those who value quiet influence over public stature. —Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French estature, stature, from Latin statura, from status, past participle of stare to stand — more at stand

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for stature

• catcher
• hatcher
• matcher
• dispatcher
• flycatcher

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