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CIRCUMSTANTIAL

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Circumstantial.

Circumstantial - as an adjective satellite

Fully detailed and specific about particulars

Example: "A circumstantial report about the debate"

Circumstantial - as a noun

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

Example: "The circumstantials of religion"

Circumstantial - as an adjective

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

Abounding with minor circumstances; in great detail; particular.

Full of circumstance or pomp; ceremonial.

Suggesting guilt, but not proving it conclusively.

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

Example Sentences

"The detective gathered circumstantial evidence to build his case."
"Her alibi was weak and based on circumstantial details."
"The witness provided circumstantial testimony that suggested the defendant's guilt."
"The defendant's lawyer argued that the prosecution's case was purely circumstantial."
"The jury had to weigh the circumstantial evidence against the defendant's claims of innocence."
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Word Game Points

Is CIRCUMSTANTIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, circumstantial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CIRCUMSTANTIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is CIRCUMSTANTIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, circumstantial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CIRCUMSTANTIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is CIRCUMSTANTIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, circumstantial is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CIRCUMSTANTIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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