Meaning of the word conditioned in English
What does conditioned mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
conditioned
US /kənˈdɪʃənd/
UK /kənˈdɪʃənd/
Adjective
1.
having a particular physical or psychological condition
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The athlete was well conditioned for the marathon.
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His reflexes were conditioned by years of training.
2.
dependent on or influenced by something else
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His response was conditioned by his past experiences.
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The success of the project is conditioned on securing sufficient funding.
Verb
1.
to train or accustom (someone or something) to behave in a certain way or to accept certain circumstances
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The dogs were conditioned to respond to specific commands.
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He had been conditioned from childhood to believe in hard work.
2.
to treat (hair or skin) with a conditioner
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She always conditioned her hair after shampooing.
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The leather was regularly conditioned to keep it soft.