Situation

noun

/sɪtjuːˈeɪʃən/

Word Frequency: 125.4

Definitions

1.nounThe combination of circumstances at a given moment; a state of affairs.

"The United States is in an awkward situation with debt default looming."

2.nounThe way in which something is positioned vis-à-vis its surroundings.

"The Botanical Gardens are in a delightful situation on the river bank."

3.nounThe place in which something is situated; a location.

4.nounPosition or status with regard to conditions and circumstances.

5.nounA position of employment; a post.

6.nounA difficult or unpleasant set of circumstances; a problem.

"Boss, we've got a situation here..."

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