critical
gb/kɹˈɪtɪkəl/ us/kɹˈɪtɪkəl/
B1
Английский
~ 1700
Значения
0 значений
adjective
B1
property
1
expressing disapproval or judgment
Saying that you do not like something or think it is wrong.
Модель употребления:
[someone] is critical of [something/someone]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'critical of' with 'critical to', which has a different meaning related to importance.
Синонимы
disapproving (Softer and more general in tone than 'critical'.)
Антонимы
supportive (Shows encouragement rather than disapproval.)
Коллокации
highly critical
|critical remarks
|critical comments
|critical of
Темы
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- The report was highly critical of the government's handling of the crisis.
- She is often critical of her own work.
- Many critics were critical of the film's weak storyline.
Примеры для изучающих
- He is critical of the plan.
- She was critical of my idea.
- The teacher is critical of bad spelling.
adjective
B1
property
2
extremely important or necessary
Very important and needed for something to work or be safe.
Модель употребления:
[something] is critical to/for [something]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'critical' here with 'criticizing', but this meaning is about importance, not disapproval.
Синонимы
crucial (Nearly identical in meaning, but sometimes sounds slightly less formal.)
Антонимы
unimportant (Lacking importance or necessity.)
Коллокации
critical role
|critical point
|critical factor
|critical importance
Темы
business
|science
|daily life
|work
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- It is critical to follow these safety instructions.
- Funding is critical for the project's success.
- Good communication is critical to a healthy relationship.
Примеры для изучающих
- Water is critical for life.
- It is critical to wear a helmet.
- Sleep is critical for health.
adjective
B2
property
3
at a dangerous or life-threatening stage
Very serious and possibly leading to death or disaster.
Модель употребления:
[someone/something] is in a critical condition/state/situation
Синонимы
serious (Less intense than 'critical', which implies urgency and danger.)
Антонимы
stable (In a safe and unchanging condition, especially in medical contexts.)
Коллокации
critical condition
|critical state
|critical situation
Темы
health
|emergencies
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- The patient remains in critical condition after surgery.
- The economy is in a critical state.
- We are at a critical point in the negotiations.
Примеры для изучающих
- He is in critical condition after the crash.
- The company is in a critical situation.
- The child’s health is critical now.
adjective
technical
B2
property
4
relating to analysis and evaluation
Using careful thinking to judge the good and bad parts of something.
Модель употребления:
critical thinking/analysis/evaluation
Синонимы
analytical (Focuses more on breaking down into parts, while 'critical' also involves judgment.)
Антонимы
unquestioning (Accepting without examination or evaluation.)
Коллокации
critical thinking
|critical analysis
|critical review
Темы
education
|arts
|arts_entertainment
|communication
Примеры
- Critical thinking skills are essential for problem-solving.
- The book received much critical acclaim.
- Her essay was a critical analysis of the novel.
Примеры для изучающих
- We learn critical thinking in school.
- He wrote a critical review of the movie.
- The class teaches critical reading skills.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
critical
IPA
GB/kɹˈɪtɪkəl/
US/kɹˈɪtɪkəl/
Слоги и ударение
crit - ic - al (3 слога)
Stress on 1st syllable (crit)
Формы слова
Adjective
- Base: critical
Родственные слова
Core family
Related words
critique
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
uncritical
adjective
uncritically
adverb
Advanced or less common
criticality
noun
Выражения
critical mass
1/kɹˈɪtɪkəl mˈæs/
fixed phrase
minimum amount needed for change to happen
The smallest amount needed for something to start or continue working well.
Примеры
- The campaign reached critical mass after going viral online.
- We need a critical mass of supporters to make the project succeed.
in critical condition
1/ˈɪn kɹˈɪtɪkəl kəndˈɪʃən/
fixed phrase
very seriously ill or injured
Very sick or badly hurt, and possibly close to dying.
Примеры
- The driver is in critical condition after the accident.
- She was rushed to the hospital and remains in critical condition.
mission-critical
1/mˈɪʃən kɹˈɪtɪkəl/
fixed phrase
technical
essential for success of mission or project
Very important for a plan, job, or system to work well.
Примеры
- Data security is mission-critical for this company.
- This software is mission-critical to our daily operations.