stood

word · lemma: stand

/ˈstʊd/
stuud
/stˈʊd/
stuud

Definition

Past tense and past participle of 'stand'. It means to be on your feet in an upright position, or in some contexts to rise to that position and remain there.

Usage & Nuances

Use 'stood' for the past of 'stand': 'She stood by the door.' It often describes position ('stood in the corner'), action ('stood up'), or figurative support in 'stood by me'. Do not confuse it with 'was standing', which emphasizes the ongoing action more strongly.

Example Sentences

He stood near the window all morning.

basic

She stood up when the teacher came in.

basic

The bottle stood on the table.

basic

I just stood there and didn't know what to say.

natural

She stood by me when things got difficult.

natural

The old house stood on the hill for over a century.

natural