situational
|sit-u-a-tion-al|
B2
/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃənəl/
(situation)
state of affairs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'situational' originates from the Latin word 'situatio,' where 'situare' meant 'to place or position.'
Historical Evolution
'situatio' transformed into the French word 'situation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'situation,' from which 'situational' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of placing or positioning,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a particular set of circumstances.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or dependent on a particular set of circumstances or context.
Her response was situational, adapting to the needs of the moment.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45