stand up

/ˈstænd ʌp/
adjective
  1. Relating to a type of comedy performed by a comedian standing in front of an audience, typically telling jokes or stories.
    • She started her career doing stand-up comedy at small clubs.
    • He wrote a stand-up routine about everyday life.
    • The festival featured stand-up performances from famous comedians.
  2. Designed to be used or worn while standing upright.
    • The stand-up paddleboard is popular for lake sports.
    • We bought a stand-up desk to avoid sitting all day.
    • He prefers a stand-up shower rather than a bathtub.
  3. Honest, brave, and reliable; having strong moral character.
    • He's a stand-up guy who always keeps his promises.
    • We need a stand-up leader who will fight for the community.
    • She did the stand-up thing and returned the lost wallet.
Antonyms
noun
  1. A comedian who performs stand-up comedy.
    • The club hired three stand-ups for the weekend show.
    • She is one of the funniest stand-ups in the country.
    • A good stand-up knows how to read the audience.
  2. A short meeting held while standing, often in a workplace, to discuss progress or plans.
    • The team has a daily stand-up at 9 AM to share updates.
    • During the stand-up, each person reported what they worked on yesterday.
    • Our stand-up lasted only ten minutes, but it kept everyone aligned.
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