1. depending on or determined by something else; conditional

1. a group of people representing a particular organization or area
2. a body of troops or military forces
Usage: military

Examples

• The job offer is contingent upon passing the background check.
• Our vacation plans are contingent on the weather forecast.
• A large contingent of protesters gathered outside the building.
• The Olympic contingent from our country includes fifty athletes.
• The general sent a contingent of soldiers to secure the area.
• Success is contingent on hard work and preparation.
• The university's contingent at the conference was well-prepared.