0 reputation, rank, or position in an area of activity, system, or organization: --
A financial scandal would shake the Institute's standing in the international academic community.
As a pathologist of considerable standing, his opinion will have a lot of influence.
2 permanent, rather than formed or created when necessary: --
3 permanent or always continuing to exist or happen: --
African-Americans headed five standing committees in the House of Representatives.
Only one building was left standing after the earthquake.
5 rank, position, or reputation in an area of activity, system, or organization: --
She had hoped that the move would enhance her standing within the company.
He had the wealth of a gentleman but not the social standing.
This latest revelation has done nothing to boost his political standing.
The president's standing with the public has been largely unaffected by the disclosure.
He's a barrister of considerable standing.