Position
pəˈzɪʃən
Definitions
4 meaningsThe place or situation of someone or something.
pəˈzɪʃən
A place where someone or something is located or has been put.
The house has a prime position overlooking the lake.
💡 Simply: It's where something or someone is, like where you put your toy or where you are standing in line.
👶 For kids: Where something is located. Like, where your toys are.
More Examples
The soldiers took up defensive positions.
What is your current position in the queue?
How It's Used
"The city's position on the coast made it a strategic trading port."
"The team's position in the standings improved after their win."
A person's opinion or stance on a particular subject.
pəˈzɪʃən
A person's point of view or attitude toward something.
He made his position on the issue very clear.
💡 Simply: What you think or believe about something. Like, what's your position on pizza? Do you love it?
👶 For kids: What you think about something.
More Examples
Her position on immigration is well-known.
I respect his position, even though I don't agree with it.
How It's Used
"The candidate clarified their position on climate change."
"She defended her position with strong arguments."
A job or role that someone has, especially within an organization.
pəˈzɪʃən
A job or role.
The company is hiring for several new positions.
💡 Simply: It's the job you do. Like, the position of a teacher is to teach.
👶 For kids: A job you have.
More Examples
He was promoted to a managerial position.
She left her position to start her own business.
How It's Used
"She applied for a marketing position at the company."
"He held a high-level position within the organization."
To place or arrange something in a particular place or situation.
pəˈzɪʃən
To place or put something in a particular place or situation.
She positioned herself near the exit.
💡 Simply: To put something somewhere, like positioning a book on a shelf.
👶 For kids: To put something somewhere on purpose.
More Examples
The company positioned its product as a premium brand.
The photographer positioned the model in front of the scenic backdrop.
How It's Used
"She carefully positioned the chair by the window."
"The army positioned its troops strategically."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
in a position to
Having the ability or the right to do something.
"The training course put me in a position to apply for the job."
take a position
To express an opinion or belief about something.
"The senator took a strong position on the new tax law."
assume a position
To take on or adopt a particular role or stance.
"The athlete assumed a competitive position."
From Latin *positio* (“a placing, situation”), from *ponere* (“to place”).
The word 'position' has been used in English since the 15th century, initially relating to the action of placing something, and later expanding to include concepts of viewpoint and role.
Memory tip
Think of where you physically put something. Its position matters!
Word Origin
"a placing, situation"