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stipulate

//ˈstɪpjuleɪt//
English Definition
To specify as a condition of agreement.
中文释义
规定;约定;明确要求
Example Sentence

The contract stipulates that all construction materials must meet rigorous environmental safety standards before use.

合同规定所有建筑材料在使用前必须符合严格的环境安全标准。

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
stip(稻草,古人立约拿稻草为凭) + -ulate → 立约定条件 → 规定。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “stipulate”?

  1. A To overcome (a difficulty).
  2. B To specify as a condition of agreement.
  3. C Include, consist of
  4. D To support financially.
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B — To specify as a condition of agreement.. “stipulate” means To specify as a condition of agreement..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “To specify as a condition of agreement.”?

  1. A stipulate
  2. B subsidize
  3. C comprise
  4. D surmount
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A — stipulate. “stipulate” means To specify as a condition of agreement..

Common questions about “stipulate”

What does “stipulate” mean?

stipulate — To specify as a condition of agreement.. In Chinese: 规定;约定;明确要求.

How do you pronounce “stipulate”?

stipulate is pronounced //ˈstɪpjuleɪt//.

How is “stipulate” used in a sentence?

The contract stipulates that all construction materials must meet rigorous environmental safety standards before use. (合同规定所有建筑材料在使用前必须符合严格的环境安全标准。)

What are synonyms for “stipulate”?

specify, require, mandate — all close in meaning to stipulate (To specify as a condition of agreement.).

Is “stipulate” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. stipulate is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “stipulate”?

stip(稻草,古人立约拿稻草为凭) + -ulate → 立约定条件 → 规定。

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