provided
/pɹəˈvaɪdɪd/
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Meaning · English
Only if (the stipulation that follows is true).
Conjunction
Examples
You can go to the party provided you finish all your homework first.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “provided” mean?
Only if (the stipulation that follows is true).
Is “provided” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.