situate

[ˈsɪtjʊeɪt]

situate Definition

• 1. to place or build something in a particular position or location
• 2. to find oneself in a particular place or situation

Using situate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "situate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The new factory is situated near the airport.

• Example

  The hotel is situated in the heart of the city.

• Example

  The company decided to situate its headquarters in New York City.

• Example

  I found myself situated in a difficult position.

situate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for situate

• locate
• place
• position
• settle
• establish

Antonyms for situate

• remove
• displace
• uproot

Phrases with situate

• situated learning

  a learning model that emphasizes the importance of context and environment in the learning process

  Example

  Situated learning theory suggests that learning occurs best when it is situated within its context.

• well-situated

  in a good or advantageous position

  Example

  The hotel is well-situated for exploring the city.

• situate oneself

  to put oneself in a particular position or situation

  Example

  She decided to situate herself near the front of the room.

Origins of situate

from Late Latin 'situatus', past participle of 'situare', from Latin 'situs', meaning 'site'

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Summary: situate in Brief

The verb 'situate' [ˈsɪtjʊeɪt] means to place or build something in a particular position or location, or to find oneself in a particular place or situation. Examples include 'The new factory is situated near the airport.' and 'I found myself situated in a difficult position.' 'Situate' extends into phrases like 'situated learning,' which emphasizes the importance of context in learning, and 'well-situated,' meaning in a good or advantageous position.