situation (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃn/

Definition

The set of things that are happening at a particular time and place.

Examples

• It was a dangerous situation for the hikers.

• The police are trying to understand the situation.

• We need to improve the financial situation of the company.

How to Use situation

in a situation (prepositional phrase)

Being in a particular set of circumstances. — "He was in a tricky situation."

the situation is (collocation)

Describing the current state of affairs. — "The situation is getting worse."

Synonyms of situation

Words with a similar meaning to situation:

• state
• circumstance
• predicament
• scenario

Antonyms of situation

Words with the opposite meaning to situation:

• solution
• opportunity

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