Stance: meaning, definitions and examples

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stance

[ stæns ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

political

A person's stance is their attitude or opinion about an issue, especially a political one.

Synonyms

opinion, position, view.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
stance	Used to refer to someone's attitude or standpoint on a particular issue, often implying a firm or publicly stated attitude. His stance on climate change is well-known She took a firm stance against bullying at school
position	Often denotes a well-thought-out and reasoned viewpoint, usually within a formal or professional context. The company's position on remote work was clearly articulated As a lawyer, his position on the case was very convincing
view	Used to express a personal perspective or consideration, often less formal than 'opinion' and can also imply visual perspective. From my view, this is the best possible solution She has a positive view on the future of technology
opinion	Best used when referring to a personal belief or judgment that may not necessarily be based on facts or knowledge. In my opinion, that movie was really boring Everyone has their own opinion about the best way to learn a language

Examples of usage

He has a very strong stance on environmental issues.
The candidate's stance on healthcare is a key factor for many voters.

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physical

Stance can also refer to the way in which someone stands, especially in a sport or martial arts.

Synonyms

position, posture.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
stance	Use when discussing someone's viewpoint or opinion on a issue, often in debates or arguments. Her stance on environmental issues is very progressive. He took a firm stance against the new policy.
posture	Use when talking about the physical arrangement of someone's body, or metaphorically about someone's attitude or approach. Her posture during the meeting showed that she was confident. He adopted a defensive posture when questioned about his actions.
position	Use when referring to someone's place, role, or viewpoint in a physical or figurative way, such as a job or an opinion. She has accepted a position at the new company. His position on the matter was clear and unwavering.

Word

Description / Examples

stance

Use when discussing someone's viewpoint or opinion on a issue, often in debates or arguments.

Her stance on environmental issues is very progressive.
He took a firm stance against the new policy.

posture

Use when talking about the physical arrangement of someone's body, or metaphorically about someone's attitude or approach.

Her posture during the meeting showed that she was confident.
He adopted a defensive posture when questioned about his actions.

position

Use when referring to someone's place, role, or viewpoint in a physical or figurative way, such as a job or an opinion.

She has accepted a position at the new company.
His position on the matter was clear and unwavering.

Examples of usage

His wide stance helped him maintain balance while surfing.
The boxer adjusted his stance to prepare for the next round.

^{Context #3 | Noun}

general

Stance can be a general term for someone's position or perspective on a particular issue.

Synonyms

attitude, position, view.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
stance	This word is often used to describe someone's firmly held position or opinion on an issue, usually in public or formal discussions. She took a strong stance against the new policy His stance on environmental issues is well-known
position	Use this word to describe someone's official or formal opinion on an issue, often in a professional or political context. The company's position on remote work has been clarified His position on tax reform is quite controversial
view	This word is commonly used to describe someone's personal opinion or perspective on a subject, typically less formal than 'position'. In my view, the movie was excellent Her view on climate change is very progressive
attitude	This refers to a person's feelings, thoughts, or behaviors towards something or someone, often reflecting their emotional state or personal perspective. He has a positive attitude towards life Her attitude towards the project changed after the meeting

Examples of usage

Her stance on the matter was clear from the beginning.
I respect your stance, even though I may not agree with it.

Translations

Translations of the word "stance" in other languages:

🇵🇹 postura

🇮🇳 मुद्रा

🇩🇪 Haltung

🇮🇩 sikap

🇺🇦 постава

позиція
ставлення

🇵🇱 postawa

🇯🇵 姿勢 (shisei)

🇫🇷 posture

🇪🇸 postura

🇹🇷 duruş

🇰🇷 자세 (jase)

🇸🇦 موقف

🇨🇿 postoj

🇸🇰 postoj

🇨🇳 姿势 (zīshì)

🇸🇮 držanje

🇮🇸 staða

🇰🇿 күй

🇬🇪 პოზა

🇦🇿 mövqe

🇲🇽 postura

Etymology

The word 'stance' originated from the Middle English word 'staunce', which in turn came from the Old French word 'estance'. The Old French word had its roots in the Latin word 'stantia', meaning 'a standing'. Over time, 'stance' evolved to encompass both physical and metaphorical meanings, reflecting a person's position or perspective on various issues.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,537 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.

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