Synonyms of sit

sit

verb

ˈsit 

1

as in to set

to rest on the buttocks or haunches

everybody needs to sit down because it's time for class

Synonyms & Similar Words

• set
• squat
• lounge
• perch
• straddle
• slouch
• sprawl

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• stand
• rise
• arise
• get up

2

as in to seat

to cause to sit down

the host had to sit some of the guests on the porch

Synonyms & Similar Words

• seat
• put
• lay
• set down
• rest
• lie
• place
• settle
• ensconce
• recline
• repose

3

as in to lay

to cover and warm eggs as the young inside develop

we didn't want to disturb the hens, as they were sitting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• lay
• spawn
• hatch
• set
• incubate
• brood

4

as in to stand

to occupy a place or location

the monument that sits at the entrance to the battlefield

Synonyms & Similar Words

• stand
• be
• lie
• remain
• reside
• wait
• rest
• stay
• bear
• overlook
• await
• dwell
• hang around
• station
• command
• post
• stick around
• tarry

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of sit

Coming in second is Fort Wayne, Indiana, where the median home price is $246,963, making the median monthly housing cost sit at $1,880. —Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026

But in the stadium suites, Kardashian, 45, sat next to the Formula One champion and heartthrob, both flashing smiles and deep in conversation as the game went on, but otherwise seemed to show little affection publicly. —Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026

Zddloinp Over-Stove Spice Rack Banish countertop clutter with the help of this handy shelf, which sits snugly on top of your stove. —Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Feb. 2026

When reporters walked into the locker room following the 29-13 loss, wide receiver Stefon Diggs sat at his locker, still in his full uniform. —Doug Kyed, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026

Phrases Containing sit

• sit tight