A proviso is a clause that begins with either "provided"…
““A proviso is a clause that begins with either "provided" or "provided, however.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A proviso is a conditional clause introduced by “provided” or “provided, however,” indicating an exception or requirement.
In simple terms: A proviso is a “provided” clause that sets a condition.
Notice “provided” clauses for conditions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- contract review
- academic writing
- policy drafting
- software licensing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you simplify sentences with many provisos?
- When is a proviso essential?
Overuse can make sentences cumbersome.