Condition

/kənˈdɪʃ.ən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A state of being or circumstances affecting something or someone.

The condition of the roads was poor due to the heavy snowfall.

A requirement or stipulation, especially in a contract or agreement.

The sale is subject to the condition that the buyer pays in full within 30 days.

An illness or medical situation.

He has a chronic condition that requires regular treatment.

A stipulation or qualification in a legal document.

Under the condition of the contract, both parties must maintain confidentiality.

verb

To put into a specified state or circumstances.

The trainer worked to condition the athletes for the upcoming competition.

To establish a habit or a reflex response.

The dogs were conditioned to respond to the sound of a bell.

Middle English, from Old French 'condition' and from Latin 'conditio'.

under the condition

implying that something will occur only if a particular stipulation is met.

in good condition

referring to an object or person's state as being satisfactory or healthy.

conditions apply

indicating that certain requirements must be met.

out of condition

meaning that someone is not fit or healthy.

condition red

a heightened state of alert.

conditional

relating to or depending on a condition.

conditioner

a substance used for improving the condition (typically of hair or fabric).

conditioning

the process of training or accustoming someone to behave in a certain way.

in top condition

After working out, I feel like I'm in top condition.

bad condition

This bike is in bad condition; it needs repairs.