Synonyms: precondition
Definition: a condition that is a prerequisite
Similar words: prerequisite, requirement
Definition: something that is required in advance
Usage: Latin was a prerequisite for admission
Synonyms: given, precondition, presumption
Definition: an assumption that is taken for granted
Similar words: assumption, supposal, supposition
Definition: a hypothesis that is taken for granted
Usage: any society is built upon certain assumptions
Synonyms: stipulation, precondition, condition
Definition: an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else
Similar words: assumption, premise, premiss
Definition: a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
Usage: on the assumption that he has been injured we can infer that he will not to play
Synonyms: precondition
Definition: put into the required condition beforehand
Similar words: set, set up, gear up, fix, prepare, ready
Definition: make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
Usage: Get the children ready for school!; prepare for war; I was fixing to leave town after I paid the hotel bill