Attitude
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæt.ɪˌt͡ʃuːd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Attitude is a noun meaning The position of the body or way of carrying oneself.
Meaning
The position of the body or way of carrying oneself.
More Meanings
- (figurative) A disposition or state of mind.
- (Canada, US, UK, Philippines, informal) Unpleasant behavior.
- (ballet) A position similar to an arabesque, but with the raised leg bent at the knee.
- To assume or to place in a particular position or orientation; to pose.
- To express an attitude through one's posture, bearing, tone of voice, etc.
- (aeronautics, nautical, engineering) The orientation of a vehicle or other object relative to the horizon, direction of motion, other objects, etc.
Example Sentences
You've got a nice attitude today.
Don't give me your negative attitude.
He doesn't take attitude from anybody.
The ballet dancer walked with a graceful attitude.
Word Forms
- attitudes
- attituding
- attituded
Synonyms for attitude
Depending on context, synonyms include posture, stance, trim, orientation, position.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include posture, position, posturing, stance, attitudinal, trend.
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