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Status

A condition describing the current state of something.

condition state

A condition, position, or level of being that describes the current state of a person, organization, object, or system.

Etymology

From Old French 'estat', meaning 'condition, state of affairs' and ultimately from Latin 'status'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Status is like checking if a light switch is on or off - it tells you what state something is in right now.

FAQ

What does 'status' mean? It describes the current condition of something
How is status used? It's often used to track progress or report on a situation
Can status change? Yes, it reflects the current state and can be updated

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

condition state

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

position rank standing

Indexes

abstract classification descriptive

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