1. performed while standing upright
2. honest and reliable in character
Usage: informal

1. a style of comedy performed by a single comedian standing before an audience
2. a comedian who performs standup comedy

Examples

• The standup desk helped improve her posture at work.
• He’s a standup guy who always keeps his promises.
• She decided to try standup comedy at the local club.
• The famous standup had the audience laughing all night.
• They attended a standup show downtown.
• His standup routine included jokes about everyday life.
• The standup meeting lasted only fifteen minutes.