Pronunciation

/steɪt/

Definitions

Noun

1. A state (n): A political entity, usually characterized by a government, a defined territory, and a population. Example: “The United States is a federal state with 50 constituent states.”
2. Condition or situation (n): The current state of affairs or circumstances. Example: “The economy is in a stable state.”
3. Mental or emotional condition (n): A particular mindset or feeling. Example: “She was in a contemplative state after the news.”
4. Phase or level of being (n): A distinctive stage in development or progress. Example: “The project is in its final state.”

Verb

1. To state (v): To declare or assert something clearly. Example: “She stated her position on the issue.”
2. To be in a state (v): To experience a particular emotional state. Example: “He was in a state of panic when he realized he’d lost his keys.”

Phrases

• “In a state of” describes a specific condition or emotion. Example: “The child was in a state of exhaustion.”
• “Declare a state of emergency” refers to official action taken to respond to a crisis.
• “Be in the same state of mind” means to share the same thoughts or perspective.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Each country has its own unique political state.”
• Verb: “After the long journey, they were in dire need of a state of rest.”
• State of mind: “Their disagreement was due to a fundamental difference in their state of mind.”

Synonyms

• Condition
• Situation
• Form
• Phase
• Position
• Attitude
• Mood
• Configuration
• Status