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Definition of situational

situational

/ˌsɪtʃ.uˈeɪ.ʃən.əl/
sit · u · a · tion · al
Adverb:situationally
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situational Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to, determined by, or dependent upon a specific set of circumstances or a particular context rather than fixed rules or inherent traits.

Example

"Effective managers often adapt their leadership style based on situational factors rather than relying on a single rigid approach."

2

Relating to the physical location, surroundings, or spatial placement of something.

Example

"Pilots must maintain high situational awareness during turbulent weather to track nearby aircraft and terrain."

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• Rhymes for situational

• Nearby Words

situate
situated
situation
situational
situationally
situationship
situp

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Situational. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/situational
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