Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

biconditional

noun

/ˌbaɪ.kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

Definition

A biconditional is a logical statement that connects two propositions with the phrase ‘if and only if.’

Examples

The statement ‘You will pass the exam if and only if you study’ is an example of a biconditional.
In mathematics, the biconditional can be represented as ‘p ↔ q.’
Understanding biconditional statements is essential for grasping concepts in logical reasoning.

Meaning

In logic, biconditionality signifies that both the statements are true together or false together; one statement being true implies the other and vice versa.