critical

US /ˈkrɪt̬.ɪ.kəl/
UK /ˈkrɪt̬.ɪ.kəl/
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1.

expressing adverse or disapproving comments or judgments

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He received a lot of critical feedback on his performance.
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The reviews of the new movie were highly critical.
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approvingcomplimentarylaudatorypraising
2.

having a decisive importance in the success or failure of something

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Timely intervention is critical for patient recovery.
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The next few days will be critical for the company's future.
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crucialvitalessentialpivotaldecisive
3.

involving the objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment

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She has a highly developed critical thinking ability.
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The course aims to foster students' critical analysis skills.
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analyticalevaluativediscerningjudicious
4.

(of a disease or patient) at a stage at which life is in danger

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The patient's condition is still critical.
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He was admitted to the hospital in critical condition.
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seriousgraveseveredangerouslife-threatening
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criticismcriticcriticallycriticizecritical thinkingliterary criticismcritical pedagogy