Tuesday 28 June 2016

Words from The Same Family - Condition v Conditional



Conditional (adjective)– used to refer to offers/agreements which depends on something else being done.
Ø     The offer of a place on the business course at the university of  my choice is conditional on/upon my passing all my exams.
Ø     Since his help is conditional on you giving him a handsome  reward, you might want to consider seeking help from your  other friends.


Condition (noun) – state
Ø     The doctor says Linda’s condition (= state of health) is  improving by the day.
Ø     Sam hasn’t slept in almost 24 hours. He’s certainly in no  condition to drive home.
Ø     This table clock may be more than 30 years old, but it’s still in  perfect condition.


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