stipulative — Relating to or having the nature of a stipulation; (especially of a definition) assigning a specific meaning to a term for a particular purpose, discussion, or argument.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Relating to or having the nature of a stipulation; (especially of a definition) assigning a specific meaning to a term for a particular purpose, discussion, or argument.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstɪp.jə.leɪ.tɪv/
Example Sentences
- In philosophy class, we often use stipulative definitions to avoid confusing arguments.
- "Let's use a stipulative definition: from now on, 'pizza' officially means 'the best food ever'!" the kid declared very seriously.
- The contract included several stipulative clauses that both parties were required to follow.
stipulative
ADJECTIVE[/ˈstɪp.jə.leɪ.tɪv/]
Relating to or having the nature of a stipulation; (especially of a definition) assigning a specific meaning to a term for a particular purpose, discussion, or argument.
The contract's stipulative clause requires the tenant to water the plants daily.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'stipulari' meaning 'to demand a formal promise or bargain,' possibly linked to 'stipula' (straw), referencing an old custom of breaking straw to seal an agreement.
Breakdown
stipul- (to bargain/demand a promise) + -ative (adjective suffix, 'having the quality of')
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“In philosophy class, we often use stipulative definitions to avoid confusing arguments.”
“"Let's use a stipulative definition: from now on, 'pizza' officially means 'the best food ever'!" the kid declared very seriously.”
“The contract included several stipulative clauses that both parties were required to follow.”
“My professor's stipulative definition of "genius" conveniently happened to describe himself perfectly.”
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