Conditions: meaning, definitions and examples

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conditions

 

[ kənˈdɪʃənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in weather forecasting

The prevailing weather conditions refer to the overall state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature, humidity, wind, and precipitation.

Synonyms

atmospheric conditions, climate, weather

Examples of usage

  • The prevailing weather conditions for tomorrow are expected to be sunny with a high of 75 degrees.
  • The stormy conditions have caused flight delays at the airport.
Context #2 | Noun

in a contract

Conditions are specific terms or requirements that must be met in order for the contract to be valid or fulfilled.

Synonyms

requirements, stipulations, terms

Examples of usage

  • The contract includes conditions regarding payment schedule and delivery deadlines.
  • If the buyer fails to meet the conditions, the seller has the right to cancel the agreement.
Context #3 | Noun

in a medical context

Medical conditions refer to an individual's health status or diseases that they may be dealing with.

Synonyms

ailment, health condition, illness

Examples of usage

  • He has a heart condition that requires regular monitoring.
  • Her medical condition improved after starting the new treatment.

Translations

Translations of the word "conditions" in other languages:

🇵🇹 condições

🇮🇳 शर्तें

🇩🇪 Bedingungen

🇮🇩 kondisi

🇺🇦 умови

🇵🇱 warunki

🇯🇵 条件 (じょうけん)

🇫🇷 conditions

🇪🇸 condiciones

🇹🇷 koşullar

🇰🇷 조건 (조건)

🇸🇦 شروط

🇨🇿 podmínky

🇸🇰 podmienky

🇨🇳 条件 (tiáojiàn)

🇸🇮 pogoji

🇮🇸 skilyrði

🇰🇿 шарттар

🇬🇪 პირობები

🇦🇿 şərtlər

🇲🇽 condiciones

Etymology

The word 'conditions' has its origins in the Latin word 'condicio', meaning agreement or stipulation. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various contexts, including weather forecasting, contractual agreements, and medical diagnoses. The concept of conditions has been integral to human interactions and understanding of the environment, shaping legal, medical, and scientific fields. The word continues to hold significance in diverse areas of life, reflecting the nuanced requirements and circumstances that influence outcomes.

See also: conditional, conditionalist, conditioning, unconditional, unconditionally.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #224, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.