CONDITIONAL Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

conditional

adjective

kən-ˈdish-nəl

Definition of conditional

as in dependent

determined by something else the sale of the house is conditional upon the approval of a mortgage for the prospective buyer

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Recent Examples of conditional In addition, Matic’s conditional approval has no expiration date, similar to the exemption Swedish robot mower manufacturer Husqvarna received last month. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 5 Oct. 2026 As a conditional use, there are specific findings the city has to have to grant or not grant a conditional use. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026 An underfunded, conditional, or incomplete proposal may not qualify, but that determination depends on the offer’s exact wording and the governing law. — Ethan Stone, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026 But because no formal contract amendment has been negotiated to date and none is likely to be done until after the November elections, Lamont’s pledge is conditional on winning reelection this fall. — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conditional

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Adjective

And as always, at the top level, the sport is dependent upon manufacturer largesse, something that usually vanishes in the face of worsening economic outlooks.

— Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 14 Oct. 2026
Malawi, which has among the highest fuel pump prices in Africa at more than $3 a liter, highlights the impact of a $100-plus per barrel crude price on import-dependent economies with thin buffers.

— Tiisetso Motsoeneng, semafor.com, 14 Oct. 2026