stipulation

noun

stip·​u·​la·​tion ˌsti-pyə-ˈlā-shən 

1

: an act of stipulating

2

: something stipulated

especially : a condition, requirement, or item specified in a legal instrument

stipulatory

ˈsti-pyə-lə-ˌtȯr-ē 

adjective

Synonyms of stipulation

• provision
• requirement
• condition
• exception
• proviso
• contingency

Examples of stipulation in a Sentence

We agreed to the deal with the stipulation that she pay the expenses herself.

their proposal for a baseball franchise includes several stipulations that are unacceptable

Recent Examples on the Web

Yes; however, there are extensive stipulations specific to New York sports betting. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

The Humboldt County Board of Supervisors still must decide whether to accept the stipulations of the coastal development permit before any construction begins. — Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

Utah countered with an $8 million offer and stipulations that Scalley would have roster management oversight beyond the 2026 season. — Austin Meek, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Specter is unpersuaded by that stance, contending that staffing is within the county’s control and not a valid reason for exemption from the stipulation. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 8 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for stipulation

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

stipulation

noun

stip·​u·​la·​tion ˌstip-yə-ˈlā-shən 

: something required as part of an agreement

Legal Definition

stipulation

noun

stip·​u·​la·​tion ˌsti-pyə-ˈlā-shən 

1

: an act of stipulating

2

: something stipulated: as

a

: an agreement between parties regarding some aspect of a legal proceeding

a stipulation of facts

admitted the charges in a prehearing stipulation

—New York Law Journal

b

: a condition, requirement, or item specified in a legal instrument

specifically : stipulation pour autrui