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    Situation

    /ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A specific occurrence or event.
    The situation at the meeting became tense when the budget cuts were discussed.
    An opportunity or condition favorable for action.
    He took advantage of the situation to negotiate a better deal.
    A set of circumstances in which one finds oneself; a state of affairs.
    She found herself in a difficult situation after losing her job.
    The location and surroundings of a particular place.
    The situation of the hotel by the beach attracted many tourists.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'situatio', from 'situare' meaning 'to place, to set'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    situation comedies:
    a television show with humorous scenarios.
    situational awareness:
    understanding the environment and situation for decision-making.
    a win-win situation:
    a scenario where all parties benefit.

    Related Words

    context
    the circumstances that form the setting for an event.
    scenario
    a written outline of a movie, novel, or stage work.
    case
    a particular situation or example.

    Slang Meanings

    hot mess
    The party was a hot mess, but we had fun.
    crisis mode
    We're in crisis mode after that situation at work.
    pickle
    He got himself into a real pickle with that decision.