circumstantial
//ˌsɜːkəmˈstænʃəl//
Adjective
circumstantialCanonical form
more circumstantialComparative
most circumstantialSuperlative
1
Based on or consisting of indirect evidence or inference rather than direct proof.
The case against him was based on circumstantial evidence, not direct proof.
2
Relating to or dependent on circumstances; incidental rather than essential.
The differences between the two plans are circumstantial rather than fundamental.
3
Containing full details; detailed and thorough in description.
The witness gave a circumstantial account of the events that night.