circumstantial
🇺🇸
/ˌsɜːrkəmˈstænʃl/
🇬🇧
/ˌsɜːkəmˈstænʃl/
adjective
R
Based on indirect evidence rather than proof.
The evidence was circumstantial, so the jury was not convinced.
R
Related to specific conditions or situations.
The delay was circumstantial, caused by a sudden storm.
translation
Based on indirect evidence rather than proof.; Related to specific conditions or situations.