provided
Pronunciation:
/pɹəˈvaɪdɪd/verb
Definitions
To make a living; earn money for necessities.
Example: It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage.
To act to prepare for something.
Example: Provide against disaster.
To establish as a previous condition; to stipulate.
Example: I'll lend you the money, provided that you pay it back by Monday.
To give what is needed or desired, especially basic needs.
Example: Don't bother bringing equipment, as we will provide it.
conjunction
Definitions
Only if (the stipulation that follows is true).
Example: You can go to the party provided you finish all your homework first.
Synonyms:as long ason condition thatonly ifprovided thatprovidingAntonyms:unless