Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Physically fit; in good physical shape: The phrase "in condition" describes a state of being physically healthy and fit, often as a result of regular exercise or training. It implies that the body is functioning well and is prepared for physical activity.

Usage

• The phrase "in condition" is used to describe a person's physical state. It is typically used after a linking verb like "be," "keep," or "get."
• It is often used in contexts related to health, sports, and fitness.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • After months of training, the athlete was finally in condition for the marathon.
  • It's important to stay in condition by eating well and exercising regularly.
  • The doctor said he needs to get back in condition after his long illness.

Advanced Usage

• "to be in condition": to be physically fit.
  • Despite his age, he is still in excellent condition.
• "to get in condition": to become physically fit through effort.
  • She joined a gym to get in condition for the hiking trip.
• "to keep in condition": to maintain physical fitness.
  • He exercises daily to keep himself in condition.

Variants and Related Words

• Condition (noun): The state of something or someone.
  • The car is in good condition.
• Conditioning (noun): The process of training to become physically fit.
  • The team's preseason conditioning was very intense.
• Conditioned (adjective): Being in a specified state of fitness or training.
  • He is well-conditioned for the race.

Synonyms

• Fit: In good health, especially because of regular physical exercise.
• Healthy: In a good physical or mental state.
• In shape: Having a physically fit body.

Antonyms

• Out of condition: Not physically fit.
• Unfit: Not in good physical condition.
• Out of shape: Not physically fit or healthy.

Related Phrases

• In good condition: Functioning well; in a satisfactory state (can refer to objects or health).
  • The old house is still in good condition.
• In peak condition: At the highest level of physical fitness.
  • The boxer is in peak condition for the championship fight.

Adjective

1. physically fit
   • exercised daily to keep herself in condition