Synonyms of stance

stance

noun

ˈstan(t)s 

as in posture

a general way of holding the body

a slightly aggressive stance

Synonyms & Similar Words

• posture
• attitude
• carriage
• seat
• station
• behavior
• poise
• demeanor
• pose
• attention
• presence
• conduct
• bearing
• body language
• air
• deportment
• aspect
• mien
• look

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of stance

As Hollywood continues to soften its stance on artificial intelligence, Guillermo del Toro remains immovable in his opposition to AI in cinema. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2026

And this sort of confrontation has become more common in recent years as Beijing has taken a more aggressive stance. — Ivan Watson, CNN Money, 24 July 2026

For fans, there will be a big split, as has been evident over the past few days amid rumours of Madrid’s shifting stance. — David Ornstein, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Sumrall certainly made a splash, but when a reporter's cell phone ringer went off during his time at the podium, the 44-year-old let everyone in the room know his stance on the matter. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026