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

Anderson is a talented offensive player, though his small stature will lead to questions about his defensive capabilities. —Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 24 June 2026

Given her stature as one of the most famous individuals on the planet, the MSG plans underway could still be a giant smokescreen, in an effort to divert attention away from her real wedding arrangements. —Gloria Pazmino, CNN Money, 24 June 2026

McDavid underscored the ranch’s stature in the region. —David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2026

The modern 'Zahara' zinnias offer a solution with their compact 16-20 inch stature and robust disease resistance. —Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026

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