Crucial
Example: És crucial entendre les conseqüències abans de prendre una decisió.
Definition
"Crucial" refers to something extremely important or decisive, especially in determining the outcome of a situation. For example, in the phrase "És crucial entendre les conseqüències abans de prendre una decisió," it highlights the essential need to understand consequences before making a decision.
Etymology
The word "crucial" comes from the Latin word 'crux,' meaning 'cross.' Originally, it referred to a cross-shaped instrument or point of difficulty. Over time, it evolved to mean a decisive or critical point, symbolizing a moment where a choice or outcome is as significant as the intersection of a cross.
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"Crucial" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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