Social standing is a term used to describe the relative position of an individual or group in society. It is determined by factors such as RANK, status, STATION, CASTE, and ESTATE. RANK is a term used to describe the relative position of an individual or group in a hierarchical structure. Status is a term used to describe the level of respect or honor accorded to an individual or group. STATION is a term used to describe the social or economic position of an individual or group. CASTE is a term used to describe the hereditary social class of an individual or group. ESTATE is a term used to describe the wealth or property of an individual or group. Together, these terms are used to describe the social standing of an individual or group in society.