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Definition situation in American English

situation noun

[countable] noun
/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃ(ə)n/

➡ confused, difficulty, life, problem, strange

1

the set of conditions that exist at a particular time in a particular place

Example

If the situation had been different, their plan might have succeeded.

Example

concern about the current situation south of the border

Example

We'll have to deal with overcrowding as the situation arises.

Example

The country is facing a very difficult economic situation.

Example

Social situations always make me nervous.

Example

What prospects are there for a person in his situation?

Synonyms and related words
situation circumstance conditions
2

a job

Example

The property has a magnificent situation in the mountains.

Synonyms and related words
alley alleyway arcade
Definition situation in American English