Stipulate

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪpjəˌleɪt/

Definitions of stipulate

verb to specify or demand as part of an agreement or arrangement

Example Sentences

A1 The contract stipulates that the work must be completed by the end of the month.

A2 The rules stipulate that all participants must wear closed-toe shoes.

B1 The agreement stipulates that the tenant is responsible for all repairs.

B2 The terms of the loan stipulate that payments must be made on time.

C1 The law stipulates that all employees must receive a minimum of two weeks' vacation.

C2 The company policy stipulates that all employees must attend a mandatory training session annually.

Examples of stipulate in a Sentence

formal The contract stipulates that payment must be made within 30 days of receipt of invoice.

informal The rule stipulates that all guests must wear a mask in the building.

slang The teacher stipulated that cell phones are not allowed in class.

figurative The recipe stipulates that the cake must be baked at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Grammatical Forms of stipulate

• past tense: stipulated
• plural: stipulates
• comparative: more stipulated
• superlative: most stipulated
• present tense: stipulate
• future tense: will stipulate
• perfect tense: has stipulated
• continuous tense: is stipulating
• singular: stipulate
• positive degree: stipulate
• infinitive: to stipulate
• gerund: stipulating
• participle: stipulating

Origin and Evolution of stipulate

First Known Use: 1620 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'stipulate' comes from the Latin word 'stipulatus', which means to demand a guarantee or promise.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'stipulate' has evolved to refer to specifying a condition or requirement in a formal agreement or contract.