conditional

//kənˈdɪʃənəl//
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Adjective

conditionalCanonical form
1

Subject to one or more conditions or requirements being met; not absolute.

The job offer is conditional on passing the background check.

2

Expressing a condition or supposition, especially in grammar.

In English, "if" is often used to introduce a conditional clause.

Noun

conditionalSingular
conditionalsPlural
1

A conditional clause or sentence in grammar.

In English, a conditional often begins with 'if'.

2

A statement that something will happen only if certain conditions are fulfilled.

The contract includes a conditional stating that payment will be made only upon completion of the project.

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