B1nounsociety
US/ˈsteɪ.təs/
UK/ˈsteɪ.təs/
a person's social or legal position; also the situation of something at a particular time
In context
In many cultures, owning a car is a sign of status.
You can check the status of your order online.
Please write your marital status on the form.
Words that go with status
adjective + noun
- social statusEducation can improve your social status.
- marital statusThe form asks about your marital status.
- legal statusTheir legal status in the country is unclear.
noun + noun
- status symbolExpensive phones have become a status symbol.
noun + preposition
- status ofCheck the status of your application here.