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

was honored to be working with a scientist of her stature

Synonyms of stature

• 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

According to Lewis, seeing Stewart in American Eagle denim might make younger consumers reconsider the brand, especially given Stewart’s current stature in internet culture. —Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2025

Because of her vision and balance issues, along with low muscle tone and frail stature, Riley has struggled to walk independently, but has been learning with a walker for the past few years. —Angelica Wells, Miami Herald, 26 Nov. 2025

But Hollywood may have to wait until 2026 for the box office to resemble its pre-pandemic stature. —Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 25 Nov. 2025

The resulting look gives a near-optical illusion effect and will also serve a functional purpose for those seeking to add a few inches to their stature. —Riley Jones, Footwear News, 23 Nov. 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