Sit

Quick meaning: Sit is a verb meaning (intransitive, copulative, of a person) To be in a position in which the upper body is upright and supported by the buttocks.

Meaning

(intransitive, copulative, of a person) To be in a position in which the upper body is upright and supported by the buttocks.

More Meanings

1. (intransitive, of a person) To move oneself into such a position.
2. (intransitive, of an object) To occupy a given position.
3. (intransitive, copulative) To remain in a state of repose; to rest; to abide; to rest in any position or condition.
4. (government) To be a member of a deliberative body.
5. (government, law) Of a legislative or, especially, a judicial body such as a court, to be in session.
6. To lie, rest, or bear; to press or weigh.
7. To be adjusted; to fit.

Example Sentences

I asked him to sit.

After a long day of walking, it was good just to sit and relax.

He is so fayre, withoutten les, / he semys full well to sytt on des.

You're finishing the chowder if you sit there (motionless) all evening!

Word Forms

• sits
• sitting
• sitten

Synonyms for sit

Depending on context, synonyms include sit down, sit up, be, seat, model, pose.

Antonyms for sit

Common opposites include lie, rise, arise, stand, stand up, get up.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include sit down, seat, posture, model, baby-sit, ride.

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