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Circumstantial

/səːkəmˈstanʃəl/

(chiefly in the plural) Something incidental to the main subject, but of less importance.

📖 Definitions of "Circumstantial"

noun
  1. 1

    (chiefly in the plural) Something incidental to the main subject, but of less importance.

    "the circumstantials of religion"

adjective
  1. 1

    Pertaining to or dependent on circumstances, especially as opposed to essentials; incidental, not essential.

  2. 2

    Abounding with minor circumstances; in great detail; particular.

  3. 3

    Full of circumstance or pomp; ceremonial.

  4. 4

    Suggesting guilt, but not proving it conclusively.

    "It is unlikely he will be convicted; the evidence against him is circumstantial at best."

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