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conditions

|con/di/tions|

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/kənˈdɪʃənz/

(condition)

state or situation

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
conditionconditionsconditionsconditionedconditionedconditioning
Etymology
Etymology Information

'condition' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'conditio,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'dicere' meant 'to speak.'

Historical Evolution

'conditio' transformed into the Old French word 'condition,' and eventually became the modern English word 'condition' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'agreement or stipulation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'state or circumstances.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

circumstances affecting the way in which people live or work, especially with regard to their safety or well-being.

The working conditions in the factory were poor.

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Noun 2

the state of something with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order.

The car is in excellent condition.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35