condition — the state that someone or something is in
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state that someone or something is in
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈdɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The condition for getting dessert is finishing your vegetables.
- My hair looks terrible - I definitely need some hair conditioner and better living conditions!
- He's in such good physical condition that he makes my gym membership feel guilty.
condition
NOUN[/kənˈdɪʃən/]
the state that someone or something is in
The doctor checks the patient's condition with careful attention to every vital sign.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'condicio' meaning 'agreement' or 'stipulation', derived from 'condicere' meaning 'to agree together', combining 'con-' (together) and 'dicere' (to say).
Breakdown
con- (together) + -dition (from Latin dicere, to say) = condition
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The condition for getting dessert is finishing your vegetables.”
“My hair looks terrible - I definitely need some hair conditioner and better living conditions!”
“He's in such good physical condition that he makes my gym membership feel guilty.”
“The air conditioning broke down in the worst weather conditions possible.”
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