Circumstantial
/sˌɜrkəˈmstænʃəl/
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Definition
(adj) Pertaining to or dependent on circumstances, especially as opposed to essentials; incidental, not essential.
Sentence Examples
For circumstantial evidence, that's plenty.
The evidence is all circumstantial.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The case against him was based entirely on ____ evidence tonight.