critical
US /ˈkrɪtɪkəl/
adjective Core · B1 Kinh doanh chung
Definition
marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
It is critical that we finish the report before the deadline.
Word Family
Synonyms
- crucialof extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
- vitalurgently needed; absolutely necessary
Collocations
- Easy critical thinking skillsdescribing critical thinking skills (marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws)
- Medium critical factor for successdescribing critical factor for success (marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws)
- Hard remain in critical conditionto remain in critical condition, meaning to stay the same; remain in a certain state
- Very Hard reach critical mass for rapid expansionto achieve or arrive at an agreement or state regarding critical mass for rapid expansion
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.