condicion

Condicion is a term used across languages to denote a state, requirement, or circumstance that governs a result. In English the standard form is condition; in Spanish the equivalent is condición. The concept is central to how systems, rules, and processes are defined and evaluated.

In logic and philosophy, a condition is a predicate or proposition that must hold for an inference to be valid or for an action to take place. In mathematics and computer science, a condition is a boolean expression or constraint used in conditional statements to direct control flow, such as if a condition is true, then perform an action; loops and branching depend on conditions.

In science and everyday language, conditions describe states of matter or environments—weather conditions, operating conditions, or living conditions—or the physical condition of an object. In medicine, a medical condition refers to a disease, disorder, or health state; in pharmacology, conditions can influence drug effectiveness or usage.

In law and contract practice, a condition is a clause or requirement that must be satisfied before an obligation becomes effective, as in conditions precedent or conditions subsequent. Conditions also appear in insurance, real estate, and employment to specify warranties, covenants, or contingencies.

Etymologically, condicion derives from Latin conditio, meaning an establishing or combining. Across languages, related terms appear in various forms, reflecting the broad utility of describing states, prerequisites, and constraints in diverse domains.