situational

adjective

sit·​u·​a·​tion·​al ˌsi-chə-ˈwā-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce situational (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or appropriate to a situation
2
: of or relating to situation ethics
situationally adverb

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While this behavior might be superficially associated with narcissism, such a leap to extremes oversimplifies human behavior and ignores the personal experiences, coping mechanisms, and situational contexts that shape it. Quora, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 There’s also a need for situational awareness, especially when facing a team like the Pacers that lives and dies by the three. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 11 Nov. 2024 He’s primarily served as a situational pass rusher throughout his career. Doug Kyed, Baltimore Sun, 8 Nov. 2024 The running game will be in addition to the passing game, a situational opportunity to make some magic with his legs. Elliott Teaford, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for situational 

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of situational was in 1867

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“Situational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/situational. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

situational

adjective
sit·​u·​a·​tion·​al -shnəl, -shən-ᵊl How to pronounce situational (audio)
: of, relating to, or occurring in a particular set of circumstances
situational impotence
situational hypertension
situationally adverb

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