Critical
Example: The issue becomes critical under certain conditions
Definition
"Critical" describes a situation or condition that is extremely important or serious, often requiring immediate attention or action. For example, when an issue becomes 'critical,' it indicates a pivotal moment where outcomes could significantly change or worsen.
Etymology
The word "critical" comes from the Greek word 'kritikos,' meaning 'able to judge or discern.' It passed into Latin as 'criticus' and then into Old French before arriving in English. Did you know? The root 'krit-' relates to separating or deciding, which fits the sense of making important judgments or evaluations.
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"Critical" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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