stated

adjective

stat·​ed ˈstā-təd 

1

: fixed, regular

the president shall, at stated times, receive … a compensation

—U.S. Constitution

2

: set down explicitly : declared

our stated intention

statedly adverb

Examples of stated in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But there is also a darker dimension to Gulf states’ deepening involvement in Africa that Washington ignores at its peril—one that undercuts its stated commitment to promote democracy and good governance there. —Matthew T. Page, TIME, 10 May 2024

Although road safety is a stated priority, Sacramento allocates no money in its general fund to address the problem, and relies largely on competitive grants. —Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 9 May 2024

The stated purpose of the U.S.-led price cap and ban on Russian exports to the West is to maintain Russia’s supplies while reducing the income from ... —Thomas J. Duesterberg, National Review, 7 May 2024

Egyptian and American mediators had reported signs of compromise in recent days, but chances for a cease-fire deal remain entangled with the key question of whether Israel will accept an end to the war without reaching its stated goal of destroying Hamas. —CBS News, 4 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing stated

• stated clerk

Kids Definition

stated

adjective

stat·​ed

ˈstāt-əd

1

: being set or fixed

a stated procedure for elections

2

: set down clearly

stated goals