stand

Meaning

to be in an upright position; to tolerate or endure

to be in an upright position, supported by one's feet

Example Sentences

Please stand up when the teacher enters.

He stood by the window and looked outside.

Synonyms

rise, upright, endure, tolerate, perch, lean

Entry 1

rise, upright, endure, tolerate

Entry 2

rise, perch, upright, lean

Antonyms

sit, lie, fall, collapse, kneel

Entry 1

sit, lie, fall, collapse

Entry 2

sit, kneel, lie

Collocations

stand up, stand still, stand by, stand for, take a stand, stand tall

Entry 1

stand up, stand still, stand by, stand for, take a stand

Entry 2

stand up, stand still, stand tall