Synonyms for circumstance

Synonyms for (noun) circumstance

Synonyms: circumstance, condition, consideration

Definition: information that should be kept in mind when making a decision

Usage: another consideration is the time it would take

Similar words: information

Definition: knowledge acquired through study or experience or instruction


Synonyms: circumstance

Definition: formal ceremony about important occasions

Usage: pomp and circumstance

Similar words: ceremonial, ceremonial occasion, ceremony, observance

Definition: a formal event performed on a special occasion

Usage: a ceremony commemorating Pearl Harbor


Synonyms: circumstance

Definition: a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

Similar words: condition, status

Definition: a state at a particular time

Usage: a condition (or state) of disrepair; the current status of the arms negotiations


Synonyms: setting, context, circumstance

Definition: the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event

Usage: the historical context

Similar words: environment

Definition: the totality of surrounding conditions

Usage: he longed for the comfortable environment of his living room


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