provided (B1)

conjunction

Pronunciation: /prəˈvaɪdɪd/

Definition

If or only if; on the condition that.

Examples

• We will go on the trip, provided the weather is good.

• You can borrow my car, provided you return it with a full tank of gas.

• The company agreed to the merger, provided certain conditions were met.

How to Use provided

provided that (conjunction)

On the condition that; if. — "You can leave early, provided that all your work is completed."

provided (conjunction)

On the condition that; if. — "We'll go to the beach, provided it doesn't rain."

Synonyms of provided

Words with a similar meaning to provided:

• if
• assuming
• supposing
• on condition that

Antonyms of provided

Words with the opposite meaning to provided:

• unless
• if

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