Circumstance
Pronunciation: /ˈsɜːrkəmˌstæns/
Circumstance (noun)
- the facts or conditions that affect a situation or event
- a person's financial situation or status
- an unusual or special event or situation
Examples
- The outcome depends on the specific circumstances.
- Under these circumstances, we should proceed with caution.
Common collocations: under certain circumstances, due to circumstances, in any circumstance, financial circumstances, improve circumstances