SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
conditional
adjective
Depending on a requirement, circumstance, or event being satisfied.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Depending on a requirement
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Usage distinction
Return to topProvisional means subject to later confirmation; conditional specifies that a requirement must be met.
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See conditional in use
Approval was conditional on the group providing a complete budget.
The friend's offer was conditional on the fabric arriving before Friday, a requirement stated clearly in the message.
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