A2noun1K

Position

UK /["/pəˈzɪʃn/"]/US /["/pəˈzɪʃn/"]/

Definition

the place where somebody/something is located

In simple words: A specific place or location where something is or someone is.

Examples

  • She applied for the position of manager at the company.
  • He found a comfortable position to read his book.
  • The team is in a strong position to win the championship.
  • Make sure to adjust your position when you sit at your desk.
  • In yoga, it’s important to hold each position correctly.

Usage notes

Use 'position' to refer to a physical location or a role in a company. It's neutral and appropriate for most contexts, including formal and informal settings. Avoid using it in very casual speech when simpler terms like 'spot' or 'place' might work.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'position' as a 'place in line' or where you stand.

Collocations

  • correct
  • exact
  • central
  • take
  • take up
  • jostle for
  • in position
  • into position
  • out of position
  • correct
  • exact
  • central
  • take
  • take up
  • jostle for
  • in position
  • into position
  • out of position
  • comfortable
  • uncomfortable
  • crouched
  • assume
  • change
  • shift
  • business
  • economic
  • financial
  • achieve
  • attain
  • reach
  • in a/​the position
  • position of
  • extreme
  • ideological
  • philosophical
  • adopt
  • take
  • defend
  • position on
  • first
  • second
  • etc.
  • establish
  • gain
  • secure
  • position among
  • position in
  • a position of authority
  • a position of influence
  • a position of power
  • full-time
  • part-time
  • current
  • have
  • hold
  • occupy
  • in a/​the position
  • position at
  • position in
  • correct
  • exact
  • central
  • take
  • take up
  • jostle for
  • in position
  • into position
  • out of position
  • correct
  • exact
  • central
  • take
  • take up
  • jostle for
  • in position
  • into position
  • out of position
  • correct
  • exact
  • central
  • take
  • take up
  • jostle for
  • in position
  • into position
  • out of position

Synonyms

  • post

Antonyms

  • displacement
  • removal
  • departure

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'posture'; both involve positions but in different contexts.
  • Using 'positions' when referring to roles without clarifying the context.
  • Mixing up 'position' as a noun and 'to position' as a verb.