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

Still, the latest hike marks an about-face from the Fed's stance at the start of the year, when inflation was cooling, and as many economists expected the central bank to lower interest rates throughout 2026. — Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Saphier replaced wellness influencer Casey Means, who had drawn fire from a bipartisan group of lawmakers for her stances toward vaccines and alternative medicine. — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 16 Sep. 2026

Senior European business and political leaders hardened their stance towards China, suggesting a trade war between the two giant economies may be imminent. — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2026

Within hours, however, all of the remaining support acts referenced by Sheeran — Aaron Rowe, Finneas and Lukas Graham — had dropped out, each posting statements backing up Macklemore’s stance in support of Palestinians. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2026