Definition

A specific condition or requirement that is included in an agreement or contract.

Example

The contract included a stipulation that all payments must be made by the end of the month.

Conversation

Did you read the contract carefully before signing it?

I did, but I didn’t understand the stipulation about the penalties.

Yeah, that part can be confusing; they should explain it better.

For sure! I’ll ask them to clarify that stipulation next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stipulation → It is formed from "stipulatio" (from Latin, meaning a demand or agreement) and the suffix "-tion" (meaning the action or process of). The word "stipulation" refers to the action of making a demand or agreement, often in a legal context.

Memory Tip

Think of making a formal 'demand' or 'agreement' — 'stipulatio' means a demand, and '-tion' indicates the action of making that demand.

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