contingent (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /kənˈtɪndʒənt/
Definition
Subject to chance or to some predetermined, but uncertain, condition.
Examples
The outcome of the election is contingent on several factors.
Our travel plans are contingent on the weather.
His promotion is contingent upon completing the training program.
How to Use contingent
- contingent upon (prepositional phrase)
- Dependent on or determined by something else. — "Whether we can launch the product is contingent upon market research results."
- contingent on (prepositional phrase)
- Dependent on or determined by something else. — "The final decision is contingent on the committee's vote."
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