Click any word in a definition or example to find the entry for that word
90% of the time, speakers of English use just 7,500 words in speech and writing. These words appear in red, and are graded with stars. One-star words are frequent, two-star words are more frequent, and three-star words are the most frequent.
Thesaurus
The thesaurus of synonyms and related words is fully integrated into the dictionary entries. Click on the T button in an entry to review the synonyms and related words for that meaning.
more
/ˈsɜː(r)kəmstəns/ 
| singular | circumstance |
| plural | circumstances |
The circumstances surrounding the child's death are being investigated.
The circumstances of this case are unusual.
Cancellation under certain circumstances is covered by your travel insurance policy.
Under different circumstances she might have been able to appreciate the irony of it.
In exceptional circumstances students may take examinations at Head Office.
I would never in any circumstances dream of comparing her with you.
Under no circumstances will we agree to splitting up the company.
It's amazing that they did so well under the circumstances.
Collocations: circumstance It is very important to make a will, whatever your circumstances.
problems caused by unemployment, divorce, or some unusual family circumstances
You are obliged by law to notify the agency of any change in circumstances.
Joanne has been more a victim of circumstance than anything else.
This is the British English definition of circumstance. View American English definition of circumstance.
Change your default dictionary and thesaurus to American English.
|
|
a news article that consists of a chart … and only has a small amount of text
BuzzWord ArticleBlog
A must for anyone with an interest in the changing face of language. The Macmillan Dictionary blog explores English as it is spoken around the world today.
global English and language change from our blog
|
|
