What does state mean in the scientific term?

Answer 1

Roughly, how tightly the molecules are bonded together.

Rigidly bonded = Solid

In contact, but able the flow = Liquid

Not in contact = Gas

Ionized = Plasma

These are the four main states of matter.

Answer 2

In science, the term "state" typically refers to the physical condition or phase of matter that a substance is in, such as solid, liquid, or gas. It can also refer to the specific condition or arrangement of atoms or molecules within a material.