position

/pəˈzɪʃən/

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Also a verb

Meaning

  1. The place where someone or something is located relative to other things.

    • The map clearly marks the exact position of the emergency shelters.

    • Can you track their position using the satellite signal?

  2. The way in which someone's body is arranged or held.

    • He fell asleep in an awkward sitting position on the couch.

    • Lie down in a comfortable position and take deep breaths.

  3. A formal job or post of employment.

    • She recently applied for an executive position at a software firm.

    • Several managerial positions remain vacant following the reorganization.

  4. A person's point of view or official attitude on an issue.

    • The committee clarified its official position regarding the proposed tax increases.

    • Has the administration reconsidered its position on trade tariffs?

  5. A situation or condition that affects what someone can or cannot do.

    • His unexpected resignation puts the entire board in a difficult position.

    • We are finally in a position to purchase our first home.

Collocations

  • exact position
  • current position
  • upright position
  • comfortable position
  • full-time position
  • leadership position
  • official position
  • compromise position
  • awkward position
  • bargaining position

Synonyms

Idioms

  • in a position to

    having the ability, means, or authority to do something

    Now that our debts are paid, we are in a position to invest.

  • jockey for position

    to compete aggressively for an advantage

    Several ambitious managers are jockeying for position ahead of the promotion announcements.