Condition and Restriction

Condition

Condition noun - Something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends.
Usage example: you'll get a bonus with the condition that we meet our sales forecast

Restriction is a synonym for condition in necessity topic. In some cases you can use "Restriction" instead a noun "Condition", when it comes to topics like requirement.

Restriction

Restriction noun - Something that limits one's freedom of action or choice.
Usage example: the logging company decided to relocate to another state where there would be fewer restrictions on its operations

Condition is a synonym for restriction in control topic. You can use "Condition" instead a noun "Restriction", if it concerns topics such as limit, regulation.

How words are described

good good condition good restriction
physical physical condition physical restriction
special special condition special restriction
exact exact condition exact restriction
Other adjectives: similar, normal, common, specific, certain, painful, simple, actual, real, new, temporary, unusual, running, added.

Both words in one sentence

  • Tabletop Game / Dead of Winter Arbitrary Mission Restriction: If the main objective is completed successfully before a loss condition is triggered, all players collectively win the game.
  • Disney / Aladdin Arbitrary Mission Restriction: When the eponymous thief enters the Cave of Wonders to fetch the magic lamp, he is allowed in, but told to "Touch nothing but the lamp." Upon entering, he finds a massive trove of treasure, but he abides by the condition.
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