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Condition

UK /["/kənˈdɪʃn/"]/US /["/kənˈdɪʃn/"]/

Definition

the state that something is in

In simple words: A state or situation that must be met or that affects something.

Examples

  • The condition of the car was poor after the long trip.
  • He has a medical condition that requires regular check-ups.
  • We need to find a condition that all the participants can agree on.
  • The weather condition today is perfect for a picnic.
  • You must meet the condition to pass the exam.
  • The athlete is in excellent condition for the competition.
  • The condition of the contract must be reviewed before signing.
  • You can get a discount if you meet certain conditions.
  • The doctor explained that her condition could improve with treatment.
  • They agreed on the condition that the work would be done on time.

Usage notes

Used in both everyday conversation and formal settings. More formal when discussing health or legal matters, while informal uses may be seen in everyday discussions about preferences.

Grammar pattern

condition + noun (e.g. condition + of + object)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'con-dish-on' — think of a dish that is ready only under certain conditions.

Collocations

  • excellent
  • good
  • immaculate
  • assess
  • evaluate
  • in… condition
  • critical
  • serious
  • stable
  • get better
  • improve
  • deteriorate
  • assess
  • monitor
  • in a… condition
  • in… condition
  • out of condition
  • be in no condition to do something
  • medical
  • life-threatening
  • serious
  • have
  • suffer from
  • be born with
  • favourable/​favorable
  • good
  • ideal
  • live in
  • work in
  • work under
  • exist
  • persist
  • prevail
  • in condition
  • under condition
  • favourable/​favorable
  • good
  • ideal
  • live in
  • work in
  • work under
  • exist
  • persist
  • prevail
  • in condition
  • under condition
  • strict
  • special
  • attach
  • impose
  • lay down
  • apply
  • on condition that
  • on… condition
  • under… condition
  • a breach of a condition
  • conditions of employment, sale, etc.
  • terms and conditions
  • necessary
  • sufficient
  • create
  • condition for
  • human
  • improve

Synonyms

  • state
  • situation
  • circumstance
  • requirement
  • provision

Antonyms

  • disorder
  • chaos
  • confusion

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'conditions' as in multiple situations.
  • Used incorrectly with verbs that don't match its meaning.
  • Omitting the context, like 'condition of' instead of just 'condition'.