Meaning of circumstantial in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌsərkəmˈstæn(t)ʃ(ə)l/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   circumstantial

   Definitions

   1. fully detailed and specific about particulars

   Examples

   • « a circumstantial report about the debate »

   Synonyms

   • specific

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