English Dictionary

situation

/sɪtjuːˈeɪʃən/

noun

The combination of circumstances at a given moment; a state of affairs. / The way in which something is positioned vis-à-vis its surroundings. / The place in which something is situated; a location.

I am in a difficult situation.

意味（1）

The combination of circumstances at a given moment; a state of affairs.

The United States is in an awkward situation with debt default looming.

意味（2）

The way in which something is positioned vis-à-vis its surroundings.

The Botanical Gardens are in a delightful situation on the river bank.

意味（3）

The place in which something is situated; a location.

[Hibíscus] speciòsus is the most splendid, and deserves a situation in every garden.

意味（4）

Position or status with regard to conditions and circumstances.

意味（5）

(UK) A position of employment; a post.

‘Let me hear another sound from you,’ said Scrooge, ‘and you’ll keep your Christmas by losing your situation!

意味（6）

A difficult or unpleasant set of circumstances; a problem.

Boss, we've got a situation here…

意味（7）

(US, film industry) An individual movie theater.

This survey includes all key situations (including Paramount Gulf Theaters) as well as suburban runs and small-town situations.

意味（8）

(slang) An outfit, garment, or look.

She is working some sort of amazing burgundy chiffon situation with gold piping.