critical
Meaning
The term "critical" refers to something that is of great importance or significance, often indicating a decisive moment or a serious situation that requires careful consideration.
💡 A common mistake is using "critical" to mean "negative" when it can also imply importance.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maria
checks
her
email
as
she
waits
for
the
morning
meeting
;
today
she
has
to
make
a
critical
decision
about
the
project
deadline
.
The
team
gathers
their
notes
and
asks
for
her
opinion
,
so
she
listens
to
everyone's
concerns
calmly
.
After
she
reviews
the
schedule
and
the
budget
,
she
suggests
a
small
change
that
keeps
the
plan
realistic
.
If
the
team
agrees
,
they
will
finish
the
main
tasks
on
time
and
avoid
extra
costs
.
By
the
end
of
the
meeting
,
people
feel
more
confident
about
the
next
steps
.
Common Phrases
critical thinking
critical analysis
critical condition
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