status

/ˈsteɪtəs/
noun
  1. A person's social or professional position in relation to others.
    • In many cultures, age gives a person special status in the community.
    • She achieved high status in the company after years of hard work.
    • He bought a luxury car to show his status to his neighbors.
  2. The current state or condition of something, especially at a particular time.
    • Please check the status of your online order on the website.
    • What is the status of the construction project right now?
    • The doctor updated us on the status of the patient's recovery.
  3. A legal or official position or standing.
    • The company changed its legal status from a partnership to a corporation.
    • She applied for permanent resident status in the United States.
    • His status as a citizen was confirmed by the government.
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