(uncountable) The quality of being contingent, of happening by chance. / (countable) A possibility; something which may or may not happen. A chance occurrence, especially in finance, unexpected expenses.

An event which may or may not happen; that which is unforeseen, undetermined, or dependent on something future. / That which falls to one in a division or apportionment among a number; a suitable share.

Possible or liable, but not certain to occur. / (with upon or on) Dependent on something that is undetermined or unknown, that may or may not occur. / Not logically necessarily true or false.

In a contingent manner; without foresight

The state or quality of being contingent.

plural of contingent

plural of contingency

(geometry) Contact; touching. / Contingency.

plural of contingence

An alternative plan to be put into operation if needed, especially in case of emergencies, or if a primary plan fails.