stipulate

verb
UK: /ˈstɪpjuleɪt/
US: /ˈstɪpjəˌleɪt/

  1. To demand or specify something as part of an agreement.

    1. We stipulate a fee for late payments to prevent delays.
    2. The contract stipulates that all work must be completed by December.

  2. To specify or arrange clearly and definitely; state or demand a condition, typically in a legal agreement.

    1. The rules stipulate that players must wear proper safety gear.
    2. Our agreement stipulated clear guidelines to avoid any misunderstandings later.

Synonyms

specify impose state require condition designate demand
stipulate adjective

  1. Demanded or required as part of an agreement.

    1. The stipulated time was not enough to finish the job.
    2. Following the stipulated procedure ensures compliance with regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "stipulate" in English means: To demand or specify something as part of an agreement., To specify or arrange clearly and definitely; state or demand a condition, typically in a legal agreement..

The phonetic transcription of "stipulate" is /ˈstɪpjuleɪt/ in British English and /ˈstɪpjəˌleɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "stipulate": specify, impose, state, require, condition, designate, demand.

Example usage of "stipulate": "We stipulate a fee for late payments to prevent delays.". More examples on the page.