Stated
'steɪtɪd
Definitions
To express something in a clear and definite way, especially in a formal context.
'steɪtɪd
To express something definitely or clearly, typically in a formal manner.
The report stated the cause of the accident.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're telling your parents what you did today. When you *state* something, you're being really clear about what happened, like, "I stated that I went to the park."
👶 For kids: To say something for sure.
More Examples
She stated her opinion clearly during the meeting.
He stated his intention to resign.
How It's Used
"The witness stated that they saw the suspect fleeing the scene."
"The company stated its profits had increased this quarter."
Idioms & expressions
to state the obvious
To say something that is already very clear and well-known.
"To state the obvious, it's going to rain if it's cloudy and there are dark clouds in the sky."
From Middle English staten, from Old French estater, from Latin statuere ('to set up, establish').
Used extensively in legal and official documents since the early modern period.
Memory tip
Think of the word 'state' - you're putting something into a clear state of being known.
Word Origin
"to set up, establish"