In mathematics, a condition that must be satisfied for a statement to be true, but that does not in and of itself make it true. For example, a necessary condition to become president of the United States is that a candidate be over thirty-five years of age, but just being over thirty-five does not make one president.
The Marines were the necessary condition for whatever success occurred in Garmser.
Wasn't more debt at cheaper rates the necessary condition for the mortgage crisis?
It is a necessary condition that the Khalf should be of the Quraish tribe.
Stillness is a necessary condition for practicing the presence of God.
Doubtless the inner push is a necessary condition, but it is not sufficient.
This is indeed a necessary condition of keeping the blessing.
Exercise is a necessary condition of health, just as food and sleep are.
One necessary condition of this progressive life cannot be ignored.
Some imagine that eminent piety is a necessary condition; but no!
Its necessary condition is the trance or somnambulistic state.