Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contextual

Adjective
/kənˈtɛkstʃuəl/
Definition
Related to the context; providing information about the surrounding circumstances or situation.
Examples
  • The meaning of the word can change depending on its contextual usage.
  • She provided contextual information to help clarify her point.
  • The teacher emphasized the importance of understanding the contextual factors in literature.
Meaning
The term ‘contextual’ refers to something that is understood or interpreted based on the surrounding text, situation, or environment in which it is found.
Synonyms
  • situation-based
  • circumstantial
  • relational