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Context

Verb / ˈkɑ:ntekst / Another word for context — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Context refers to the setting or circumstances in which something happens, which can help to explain its meaning.

Synonyms & similar words

setting circumstance contextofuse linguisticcontext circumstances background environment situation surroundings conditions framework perspective scenario scene setup ambience atmosphere milieu backdrop backstory climate locale place space

Synonyms by register

Formal

setting framework background circumstance

Informal

situation scene what's going on

Literary

milieu ambiance

Antonyms

isolation disconnection detachment unrelatedness out-of-context

Common collocations

  • in context
  • out of context
  • historical context
  • social context
  • cultural context
  • legal context
  • provide context
  • understand the context

Word family

noun context
verb contextualize
adjective contextual
adverb contextually

Usage note

Context refers to the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood. It is often used in academic or professional settings.

Example sentences

  1. The context of the math problem helped me solve it.
  2. The context of the movie made it easier to follow.
  3. The context of the conversation helped me understand what my friend was saying.
  4. The context of the painting gave it a deeper meaning.
  5. The context of the play made it more enjoyable.

Quotes

  • The context of any piece of information is essential to understanding its true meaning.
  • In the right context, everything is a poem.
  • Context is everything.

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