Synonyms for

Contingent

Verb / kʌˈntɪndʒʌnt / Another word for contingent — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dependent on certain conditions or circumstances; possible but not certain to happen.

Synonyms & similar words

dependantupon dependenton detail dependingon dependanton contingentupon contingenton dependentupon dependent conditional provisional restricted tentative qualified relative accidental incidental unforeseen unplanned random chance fortuitous unpredictable uncertain iffy dicey risky

Synonyms by register

Formal

dependent conditional subject to reliant

Informal

up to depends on riding on

Literary

pendent subject

Antonyms

certain definite assured guaranteed inevitable unconditional fixed

Common collocations

  • contingent upon
  • contingent on
  • contingent workforce
  • contingent liability
  • contingent fee
  • contingent event
  • contingent plan

Word family

noun contingency
adjective contingent

Usage note

As an adjective, 'contingent' often implies dependence on a future event. 'Contingent on' and 'contingent upon' are both widely accepted prepositions.

Example sentences

  1. The party will be contingent on how many people RSVP.
  2. The sports game is contingent on the weather.
  3. The project's success is contingent on everyone doing their part.
  4. The trip was contingent on getting time off work.
  5. The concert is contingent on the band's health.

Quotes

  • "Success is contingent upon a good flow of information." - Al-Masudi
  • "The future is contingent on what you do today." - Lailah Gifty Akita
  • "Everything is contingent, and there is also chaos." - John Cale

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