stipulate
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for stipulate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To state clearly as a required condition of an agreement or contract.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Antonyms
exstipulate
How to use stipulate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the contract stipulates
stipulate a condition
stipulate that
Etymology
From Latin stipulari, "to demand a formal promise" — the root of a legal contract.
Full origin of stipulate →Frequently asked questions
What does “stipulate” mean?
The word “stipulate” means to state clearly as a required condition of an agreement or contract. In plain terms, to spell out a specific condition or requirement, usually in a formal agreement.
How do you pronounce “stipulate”?
“Stipulate” is pronounced STIHP-yoo-layt (/ˈstɪpjuˌleɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “stipulate” in a sentence?
Here is “stipulate” used in a sentence: “The contract stipulates that payment must be made within thirty days.”
What is the opposite of “stipulate”?
The opposite of “stipulate” — its antonyms — is exstipulate.
What part of speech is “stipulate”?
“Stipulate” is a verb.
Where does the word “stipulate” come from?
The word “stipulate” comes from Latin. From Latin stipulari, "to demand a formal promise" — the root of a legal contract.
