stand up

/stˈand ˈʌp/

/stˈænd ˈʌp/

to stand up

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: stand]

to rise to a standing position from a seated or lying position

synonyms : arise

antonyms : sit down

refuse to back down; remain solid under criticism or attack

defend against attack or criticism

synonyms : stick up

be standing; be upright

synonyms : stand

antonyms : sit

put into an upright position

rise up as in fear

synonyms : bristle

resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc.

synonyms : hold up

*** to fail co meet someone on purpose, especially someone with whom you were starting to have a romantic relationship

Examples

1. As she stood up, she hit her hand against the edge of the table.

2. He helped her to stand up after the fall.

3. Our visitor stood up weakly.

4. Diane stood up.