Contingent Definition
contingent
adjective
- possible but not certain to occur; "they had to plan for contingent expenses"
- determined by conditions or circumstances that follow; "arms sales contingent on the approval of congress"
- uncertain because of uncontrollable circumstances; "the results of confession were not contingent, they were certain"- George Eliot
noun
- a gathering of persons representative of some larger group; "each nation sent a contingent of athletes to the Olympics"
- a temporary military unit; "the peacekeeping force includes one British contingent"
"Contingent" in song lyrics
See how contingent is used in real songs:
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"abstemious censurable contingent"
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"china beach contingent"
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Words that rhyme with contingent
Usage tips for "contingent"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "contingent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for contingent to find words that pair well.