CONDITIONED Synonyms: 135 Similar and Opposite Words

conditioned 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of conditioned

as in prepared

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as in reactive

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conditioned

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verb

past tense of condition

as in trained

to bring to a proper or desired state of fitness the length of time that it takes for runners to condition their bodies for a marathon

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deconditioned

as in adapted

to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation a company that must condition its traditional ways of doing business to the realities of the global economy

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misadjusted

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Recent Examples of conditioned

Adjective

As the protagonist Ben in Night of the Living Dead (1968), Duane Jones unveiled a distinct facet of pre-conditioned Black martyrdom. — Malik Peay, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2023 The new formula is infused with a luscious blend of flower oils so that lashes feel conditioned and supple to the touch. — Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 13 Sep. 2022 Getting a little more active, a little more mobile, a little more conditioned. — BostonGlobe.com, 2 Oct. 2021

Verb

They have been conditioned to know when to take their foot off the gas of a 162-game season and when to accelerate. — Katie Woo, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 The episode cuts back and forth between John’s tense interview and his upbringing, revealing how John was conditioned to be fearless from a young age. — Matt Minton, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026 This is where one is conditioned to expect a discussion of calm before storms, of late-summer hurricanes and the punishing realities of September markets. — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 The return of service is conditioned on the reopening of Caracas’ main airport, American spokesperson Cameryn Junck said. — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 View gallery - 3 images Modern homes are designed to keep conditioned air inside, but that can make fresh-air ventilation a challenge. — New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2026 Thanks to a blend of peptides, biotin, green tea extract, amino acids, and antioxidants, expect strengthened, conditioned brows over time. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2026 The study focused on young, fit, predominantly male participants, which limits its applicability to older or less conditioned groups. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026 Towards the end of 2025/2026, Gavi had firmly reclaimed his place in the starting line up, though this was also conditioned by a number of injuries. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for conditioned

Adjective

Thirty-five percent of employees believe they would be expected to reskill on their own if their roles were disrupted, and only 31% believe their organization is very prepared to respond to talent disruption.

— Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Experts have cautioned that Iran’s repressive regime is unlikely to be swayed by the suffering of ordinary citizens and is prepared to wait out economic hardship longer than Americans can endure high gas prices.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of prepared

Adjective

O’Connell is mostly reactive at first, with Larry skeptical about Rupert’s ambitions and hesitant to seem too eager.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
This diagnostic shift moves management out of reactive fire-fighting and into intentional system design.

— Natalie Grabher, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of reactive

Adjective

Solms also makes a credible claim that Freud was right in speaking about a subconscious drive to seek pleasure.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 19 Aug. 2026
We are swayed by subconscious gestures that ultimately have no bearing on a person’s ability to do a job, like poor posture or a weak handshake.

— Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of subconscious

Verb

Bonnell appears to be treating software as another part of the motorcycle's suspension system and something that can be adjusted to suit the rider’s preferences, skill, and terrain.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
The Colorado River also rose briefly just upstream from where Bright Angel Creek empties into the river, in response to the sudden influx of water, according to the river gauge on the geologic survey, but quickly adjusted.

— Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of adjusted

Verb

The judge said her order was narrowly tailored and still allows USPS to establish its Ballot Mail Portal and communicate with states about ballot-design standards.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 31 Aug. 2026
This thoughtful evolution ensures this year’s NBC ceremony and future broadcasts remain deeply engaging and tailored to the television audience.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 29 Aug. 2026