contingenton

adjective

UK /kənˈtɪndʒənt ɒn/

US /kənˈtɪndʒənt ɑːn/

Depending on something else happening first.

Our picnic is contingent on the weather staying sunny.

SYNONYMS

dependent on conditional on subject to based on

RELATED WORDS

contingency condition prerequisite dependence

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Happening only if a certain thing occurs.

The bonus is contingent on the team finishing the project on time.

3. Relying on something uncertain or not yet decided.

Her acceptance is contingent on passing the final exam.

4. Determined by a condition or set of circumstances.

The trip's success is contingent on everyone arriving early.