circumstances
Translation
circumstances, situation, conditions
Examples
Under the circumstances, we had to cancel the event.
Under the circumstances, we had to cancel the event.
His financial circumstances improved after he got a new job.
His financial circumstances improved after he got a new job.
Grammar Patterns
under the circumstances in a particular situation Under the circumstances, we had to cancel the event.
Similar Words
Synonyms: situation, condition, state of affairs
Etymology
From Latin 'circum' (around) + 'stare' (to stand). Literally means 'the things standing around'.
Memory Tips
Picture things 'standing' in a 'circle' ('circum') around you, creating your situation. It's almost always used in the plural form.