Statement
'steɪtmənt
Definitions
2 meaningsA formal or emphatic declaration or announcement.
'steɪtmənt
A formal or explicit declaration or assertion.
The company issued a public statement regarding the recall.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're telling everyone your opinion or giving important information. That's a statement! It's like when you tell your friends, "Pizza is the best!" or when the teacher says, "The test is tomorrow."
👶 For kids: When you say something important, like "I love ice cream!" that's a statement.
More Examples
Her statement to the police helped solve the crime.
Please read the following statement carefully before signing.
How It's Used
"The lawyer presented a compelling statement to the jury."
"Review your bank statement regularly for any unauthorized transactions."
"The politician released a press statement addressing the allegations."
A written or printed record of financial transactions.
'steɪtmənt
A summary of financial accounts.
I need to check my bank statement to see where I spent all my money this week.
💡 Simply: It's like a receipt for your money! It shows what you spent, when, and where, like your bank statement or credit card statement.
👶 For kids: A piece of paper that shows how much money you have and what you've spent it on.
More Examples
The accountant reviewed the profit and loss statement.
Make sure to reconcile your statement with your receipts.
How It's Used
"Review your monthly credit card statement for any errors."
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
make a statement
To express a strong opinion or to do something to attract attention.
"She wore a bold outfit to make a statement."
closing statement
A final summary or argument made at the end of a legal case or debate.
"The lawyer gave a powerful closing statement that swayed the jury."
opening statement
An initial summary or outline of a legal case or debate.
"The lawyer presented a clear and concise opening statement."
From Middle English *statiment*, from Old French *estat* (status, condition) and *ment* (suffix forming a noun of action or result).
The word has been used since the 14th century, evolving from legal contexts to include general declarations.
Memory tip
Think of a 'state' (as in, to declare) and 'ment' (the action or result).