Meaning of 'condition'

noun

the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition

Synonyms: experimental condition

noun

information that should be kept in mind when making a decision

Synonyms: consideration

noun

an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else

Synonyms: stipulation

noun

(usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement

Example: "the contract set out the conditions of the lease"

Synonyms: term

noun

a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing

Example: "the human condition"

noun

a state at a particular time

Example: "a condition (or state) of disrepair"

Synonyms: status

noun

an illness, disease, or other medical problem

Example: "a heart condition"

noun

the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')

Synonyms: shape

verb

to apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny

Example: "I condition my hair after washing it"

verb

to put into a better state

Example: "I condition old cars."

verb

to specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement

Synonyms: qualify specify stipulate

verb

to develop children's behavior by instruction and practice

Synonyms: discipline

verb

to establish a conditioned response