Definition

A situation where something is dependent on certain conditions being met, often related to financial assistance or agreements.

Example

The conditionality of the loan required the country to implement specific economic reforms.

Conversation

I was reading about the conditionality of loans from the IMF.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It means there are certain conditions countries must meet to get the funding.

That makes sense; I guess it helps ensure the money is used properly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conditionality → It is formed from "condition" (from Latin *conditio*, meaning stipulation or agreement) and the suffix "-ality" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "conditionality" refers to the state or quality of being conditional or dependent on certain conditions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'condition' as a stipulation and '-ality' as the state of being — this helps you remember that 'conditionality' means the state of being dependent on conditions.

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