| 单词 | contingent |
| 释义 | Word Frequency contingent(kənˈtɪndʒənt) adjective 1. (when postpositive, often foll by on or upon) dependent on events, conditions, etc, not yet known; conditional 2. logic (of a proposition) true under certain conditions, false under others; not necessary 3. (in systemic grammar) denoting contingency (sense 4) 4. metaphysics (of some being) existing only as a matter of fact; not necessarily existing 5. happening by chance or without known cause; accidental 6. that may or may not happen; uncertain noun 7. a part of a military force, parade, etc 8. a representative group distinguished by common origin, interests, etc, that is part of a larger group or gathering 9. a possible or chance occurrence Derived forms contingently (conˈtingently) adverb Word origin C14: from Latin contingere to touch, fall to one's lot, befall; see also contact |
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