1
as in provisions
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
you'll get a bonus with the condition that we meet our sales forecast
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in diseases
an abnormal state that disrupts a plant's or animal's normal bodily functioning
a skin condition that prevents me from staying out in the sun for very long
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in requirements
something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable
water is a condition for life on Earth
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
their parents placed several conditions on their weekend plans
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in seasons
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in adapts
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of conditions
Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
The swells are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions, forecasters said.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
The closing is expected to happen during the first quarter of 2026, subject to certain conditions, including customary regulatory approvals and payment of the purchase price.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
See terms & conditions for more details.
—Lori Zaino, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
These conditions make travel difficult.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Earlier this month, coffee prices rose after the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration declared that La Nina conditions had formed.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Rule out any more serious conditions.
—Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
And while mediators such as the United States, Egypt and Qatar play key roles in setting the political conditions for deals, the ICRC alone is poised to facilitate such swaps.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
The swells are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions, forecasters said.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
The closing is expected to happen during the first quarter of 2026, subject to certain conditions, including customary regulatory approvals and payment of the purchase price.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
See terms & conditions for more details.
—Lori Zaino, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
These conditions make travel difficult.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 31 Oct. 2025
Earlier this month, coffee prices rose after the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration declared that La Nina conditions had formed.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Rule out any more serious conditions.
—Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conditions
Noun
-
Those provisions are unconstitutional because of a conflict with the state constitution, Womack said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Oct. 2025
-
In addition to holding provisions for campers' convenience, the aluminum shelving inside serves as reinforcement for the camper structure, not so different from larger campers in which interior furnishings and joinery are part of the structural bones.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
In adults, physical activity helps to prevent and manage health problems like cardiovascular diseases, cancer and diabetes and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety—while also enhancing brain health and overall wellbeing—according to the World Health Organization.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
-
Specifically, the study found that the teens and young adults required medical care for common mental disorders like anxiety and depression, a physical health condition, injuries and poisoning, and other physical diseases.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Lakeside Memorial Park in downtown Forest Lake is excluded from the distance requirements due to the close proximity of downtown to the park, Chaika said.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
-
Duffy’s comments come after some high-profile fatal crashes have sparked public debate over requirements for CDLs.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
For anyone with dietary restrictions or allergies, this is a boon.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
-
Trump and former President Joe Biden had imposed restrictions on access to the most advanced chips such as those used for artificial intelligence.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Outer Banks seasons 1-4 can be streamed on Netflix.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
-
The Voice seasons 1-27 are currently streaming on Peacock.—
Madeline Boardman,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
Miškinis and writer Eglė Vertelytė (who adapts Rimantas Kmita’s semi-autobiographical novel) masterfully dodge genre tropes, avoiding confining their characters to simplistic labels and keeping the focus of their arcs self-motivated.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
30 Oct. 2025
-
Fueled by technology, our language adapts to new slang trends more rapidly than ever.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
First, Yung suggested speaking with a doctor to rule out any underlying illnesses.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
26 Oct. 2025
-
Getting into conflict with strays can leave them with severe injuries or new illnesses, which can be contracted from scratches or bites.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
Bedding essentials like cooling mattresses, breathable sheets, and gel pillows are all necessities anytime of year to ensure a sweat-free sleep.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Oct. 2025
-
These families, already in fragile and vulnerable situations, may face additional hardships as they are forced to prioritize household expenses such as rent, utilities, and gas, over food and other necessities.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
31 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Conditions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conditions. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share