circumstance
Translation
circumstance, situation, condition, event
Examples
Police are investigating the circumstances of the accident.
Police are investigating the circumstances of the accident.
Under normal circumstances, I would say yes.
Under normal circumstances, I would say yes.
He was a victim of circumstance.
He was a victim of circumstance.
Grammar Patterns
the circumstances of (sth.) Police are investigating the circumstances of the accident.
under ... circumstances Under normal circumstances, I would say yes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: situation, condition, state of affairs
Etymology
From Latin 'circum' (around) + 'stare' (to stand). The things 'standing around' an event.
Memory Tips
Picture the 'circumstances' as all the details 'standing around' a central event, influencing it.