Definition Synonyms
Definition of stance - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
attitudeopinion or point of view on a topic
- Her stance on environmental issues is well-known.
2.
postureposition of the body while standing
- Her stance was firm and confident..
3.
perspectivegeneral emotional or intellectual attitude
- His stance towards life is very positive.
4.
transportationRare UK place for buses or taxis to waitRare UK
- The taxi stance was crowded with waiting passengers.
Expressions with stance
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become less strict or severe
After the discussion, he decided to soften his stance on the issue.
position with feet far apart for stability
He adopted a wide stance to lift the weights.
become more strict or firm in your position
The leader decided to toughen his stance on the issue.
alter one's opinion or position on an issue
After hearing the new evidence, she decided to change her stance.
adopt a specific position or attitude about something
She took up a stance against bullying.
posture showing readiness and alertness
He took a linebacker stance, ready for any sudden movement.
basic martial arts position with bent rear leg
He practiced the back stance during karate class.
Origin of stance
Old French, estance (standing)
Terms with stance included in their meaning
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stability
secure position or stance
opinion stance
in support of or in opposition to something
resolute stance
maintain one's position despite opposition or pressure
politics
political stance on a broad set of issues
opinion
person's opinion or stance
supportive stance
favoring or supporting
supportive stance
in favor of a proposition or opinion
take stance
to take on a specific stance or viewpoint
abortion stance
opposed to abortion or its legalization
movement
positive stance against discrimination towards LGBTQ+ people
opinion
expressing one's opinion or stance
assertiveness
firmly expressing a decision or stance
fighting stance
raise hands with clenched fists ready to fight
debate
adopt a stance or opinion on an issue
opinion
to adopt a stance or viewpoint
inflexible stance
not willing to make concessions or change one's position
belief stance
person rejecting scientific consensus on climate change
unity
unified stance by different groups for a shared goal
business
official policy or stance of a company
metaphorical
strong stance against an issue or entity
politics
stance where no side in a dispute is supported
political stance
person with conservative or reactionary political views
policy stance
gentle, flexible position on an issue or government approach
strictness
adopt a strict stance on an issue
Examples of stance in a sentence
The politician's stance on healthcare was criticized. He adjusted his stance before taking the shot. The athlete's stance showed readiness and balance. Her stance on environmental issues is well-known. The politician's stance on healthcare reform was clear. The bus driver parked at the designated stance.
Passengers lined up at the stance for the next ride.
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- French:position, posture, ...
- German:Standpunkt, Haltung, ...
- Italian:posizione, postura, ...
- Spanish:postura, actitud, ...
- Portuguese:posição, postura, ...
- Chinese:立场, 姿势, ...
- Japanese:立場, 姿勢, ...
- Arabic:مَوْقِف, وَقْفَة, ...
- Hebrew:עֶמְדָה, עֲמִידָה, ...
- Russian:позиция, поза, ...
- Ukrainian:позиція, постава, ...
- Hindi:रुख, मुद्रा, ...
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