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STAND

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There are 24 meanings of the word Stand.

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Stand - as a noun

A support or foundation

Example: "The base of the lamp"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
base6pedestal11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
support11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The position where a thing or person stands

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
place9position10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area

Example: "They cut down a stand of trees"

A small table for holding articles of various kinds

Example: "A bedside stand"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
table7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An interruption of normal activity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
standstill11tie-up

A mental position from which things are viewed

Example: "We should consider this problem from the viewpoint of the russians"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
point of viewstandpoint13viewpoint17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
position10posture9stance8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A booth where articles are displayed for sale

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sales boothstall5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
booth10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance

Example: "A one-night stand"

Tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tiered seat
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bandstand13outdoor stage

A defensive effort

Example: "The army made a final stand at the rhone"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defence13defense11defensive measure
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stand - as a verb

Be standing; be upright

Example: "We had to stand for the entire performance!"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
rest4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sit3lie3

Be in some specified state or condition

Example: "I stand corrected"

Occupy a place or location, also metaphorically

Example: "We stand on common ground"

Hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright

Example: "I am standing my ground and won't give in!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
remain firm
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
yield9

Put up with something or somebody unpleasant

Example: "I cannot bear his constant criticism"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abide8bear6brook11digest8endure7stick outstomach14suffer12support11tolerate8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
allow8countenance15let3permit10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Have or maintain a position or stand on an issue

Example: "Where do you stand on the war?"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evaluate11judge14pass judgment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Remain inactive or immobile

Example: "Standing water"

Be in effect; be or remain in force

Example: "The law stands!"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
continue10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be tall; have a height of; copula

Example: "She stands 6 feet tall"

Put into an upright position

Example: "Can you stand the bookshelf up?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
place upright

Withstand the force of something

Example: "The trees resisted her"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fend8resist6

Be available for stud services

Example: "Stallions are standing for stud service on the designated farm"

Example Sentences

"She took a stand against injustice."
"The lemonade stand was a big hit."
"There was a long line at the ticket stand."
"The bookshelf collapsed, but the stand remained intact."
"He was the only one left standing after the accident."
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Word Game Points

Is STAND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stand is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STAND has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is STAND a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stand is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STAND has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is STAND a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stand is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STAND has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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