Synonyms of situation

situation

noun

ˌsi-chə-ˈwā-shən 

1

as in deal

position with regard to conditions and circumstances

the school's situation is improving with additional financial help

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deal
• status
• story
• scene
• posture
• picture
• footing
• state
• ball game
• rank
• standing
• place
• status quo
• spot
• score

2

as in position

an assignment at which one regularly works for pay

there were the usual "situation wanted" postings in the local newspaper

Synonyms & Similar Words

• position
• job
• place
• employment
• post
• capacity
• function
• connection
• appointment
• employ
• office
• occupation
• profession
• work
• billet
• berth
• career
• business
• spot
• task
• living
• practice
• pursuit
• trade
• duty
• vocation
• calling
• mission
• service
• posting
• engagement
• livelihood
• racket
• gig
• line
• lifework

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unemployment
• avocation
• joblessness

3

as in level

the placement of someone or something in relation to others in a vertical arrangement

in earlier times people were unable to alter their situation in life, so if you were born a servant, you stayed a servant

he was pleased with his situation among his peers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• position
• level
• place
• ranking
• rank
• echelon
• status
• degree
• standing
• footing
• station
• stratum
• condition
• reach(es)
• rung
• function
• estate
• order
• capacity
• walk
• rating

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of situation

The 49ers have played from ahead in each of their three games, minimizing obvious passing situations and third-and-longs. — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Ultimately, the ideal situation for the league would have been City being found innocent because things could have returned back to normal relatively quickly – even if opposition fans would have objected. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026

In fact, airlines are regularly fined by the DOT for violating various federal rules, so travelers should be ready to advocate for themselves when these situations arise. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026

The Outback is plenty capable in moderately challenging off-road situations and offers a roomy, comfortable interior with the latest technology. — ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026