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be in a state be in a state1. To be agitated, anxious, or upset. Tommy's been in a state ever since we took his video games away from him.2. To be chaotic, unruly, or disheveled; to be very messy or untidy. I'd invite you in for a cup of tea, but the house is in a state at the moment. My hair was in a state when I woke up this morning, and I haven't been able to do anything with it all day!See also: statebe in a ˈstate, get into a ˈstate (informal) 1 be/get worried, nervous or upset: Her husband was injured in a car crash yesterday, so she’s in a terrible state. ♢ He got into a state over his driving test. 2 be/get dirty or untidy: This house is in a real state! OPPOSITE: be/look a pictureSee also: state |