Provisional ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Provisional ( adjective )

  1. Temporary; intended for temporary use.
  2. Conditional; dependent on certain conditions being met.

Origin:

From latin provisionalis, from providere ("to provid.e")

Examples:

  1. The provisional government was established until elections could be held.
  2. She was given a provisional driver's license until she passed her driving test.
  3. The treaty was provisional and dependent on the agreement of all parties.
  4. The company made a provisional offer for the property, pending inspections.
  5. The team was using a provisional lineup until the injured players returned.

(As a noun)

Provisional ( noun )

  1. Temporary; intended for temporary use.
  2. Conditional; dependent on certain conditions being met.

Origin:

From latin provisionalis, from providere ("to provid.e")

Examples:

  1. The provisional government was established until elections could be held.
  2. She was given a provisional driver's license until she passed her driving test.
  3. The treaty was provisional and dependent on the agreement of all parties.
  4. The company made a provisional offer for the property, pending inspections.
  5. The team was using a provisional lineup until the injured players returned.
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