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stated

American  
[stey-tid] / ˈsteɪ tɪd /

adjective

  1. fixed or settled.

    a stated price.

  2. explicitly set forth; declared as fact.

  3. recognized or official.


stated British  
/ ˈsteɪtɪd /

adjective

  1. (esp of a sum) determined by agreement; fixed

  2. explicitly formulated or narrated

    a stated argument

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Origin of stated

First recorded in 1635–45; state + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated Marvell Technology could become a $1 trillion company, suggesting its shares may rise fivefold.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Its previously stated plan to spend as much as $190 billion this year on capital expenditures would still leave the company producing nearly $26 billion in free cash flow, based on current consensus estimates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

“From the exceptional central kitchen to the spacious theater area and tranquil massage space, every detail exudes sophistication,” an Instagram post shared by the listing agent stated.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

In all, the fake accounts generated 1.3 million views and 42,000 engagements, the report stated.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

“Princesses live there,” Laney stated, bracing her arms on Isa’s shoulders so she could get a better view.

From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser

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