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DictionarystateCondition
noun

state

STAYT/steɪt/

The condition of someone or something at a particular time.

The bicycle's poor state includes a flat tire, rusty chain, and torn saddle.

One battered bicycle stands in a visibly poor condition: flat front tire, rusty chain, bent front mudguard and torn saddle.
Etymology
stateLatinstanding; position; condition

Latin status links a way of standing or a position with a condition. The selected meaning carries that connection into how someone or something stands at a particular time.

In context

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More examples

  • The house was in a poor state when we bought it.
  • Her state of mind improved after some rest.
  • Water changes state when it freezes.

Forms

state · states

Similar words

condition
Often focuses on quality or health.
status
Often a position or standing rather than a physical condition.