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Meaning of the word conditions in English

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conditions

US /kənˈdɪʃ·ənz/

Noun

1.

the state of something with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order.

Example:
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the wiring is in good condition
Synonym:
stateshapeordernick
2.

the circumstances affecting the way in which people live or work, especially with regard to their safety or well-being.

Example:
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harsh working and living conditions
Synonym:
circumstancessurroundingsenvironmentsituationstate of affairssetuppositioncontextbackgroundsettingambienceatmosphereclimatemilieuhabitatway of life

Verb

1.

have a significant influence on or determine (the manner or outcome of something).

Example:
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national choices are conditioned by the international political economy
Synonym:
constraincontrolgoverndeterminedecideaffectact onwork ontouchchangealtermodifytransformformshapeguideswaybias
2.

bring (something) into the desired state for use.

Example:
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a product for conditioning leather
Synonym:
treatpreparemake readyreadyprimetemperprocessacclimatizeacclimateadaptadjustsoftenseason
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