1 : natural height (as of a person) in an upright position. 2 : quality or status gained by growth, development, or achievement.

Does stature mean size?

Stature comes from the Latin word statura, meaning "height, size of body, growth," but today, it also means "a high level of respect gained by achievement." For example, after you win a Nobel Prize, your new stature will bring new fans, more sales of your book, invitations to many exclusive dinner parties, and maybe ...

What is an example of stature?

Stature is the height of a person, animal or thing or the level achieved by a person. An example of stature is seven feet tall. An example of stature is the status earned by being a company's CEO. ... A person or animal's natural height when standing upright.