statement

Definition

  • noun: something that you say or write in a formal or official way
  • noun: something 'stated'
  • often used in the phrase 'make a statement'
  • synonyms: parthian shot, a priori principle, account

Examples

  • She thinks she's 'making a fashion statement' [=being fashionable in a bold way], but I think she looks ridiculous.

  • The company's 'mission statement' emphasizes its ongoing commitment to meeting the needs of the community.

  • The government 'made a statement' [=sent a message] by setting stiff punishments for repeat offenders.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - Pop the hood. - Pop the hood? - Pop the hood. - JZ engine. No shit. - And what did I tell you? - I retract my previous statement. - You know what? This will decimate all after you put about $ in it. Or more, if we have to overnight parts from Japan. (..)
    2001 The Fast and the Furious