Definition

Relating to the situation or background in which something happens, which helps to understand its meaning or importance.

Example

To fully understand the story, you need to consider the contextual factors that influenced the characters' decisions.

Conversation

I think understanding the contextual clues in a story really helps with comprehension.

Absolutely! It makes everything clearer and more relatable.

Yeah, without those contextual hints, it can be so confusing.

Exactly! They really give depth to the characters and plot.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Contextual → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "textus" (meaning woven or text). The word "contextual" refers to something that is related to or dependent on the surrounding text or circumstances, thus meaning woven together with the context.

Memory Tip

Think of things that are 'woven together' ('textus') in a situation or text ('con-') — that's why contextual means related to the context.

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