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Criticality

/ˈkɹɪtɪˌkælɪti/ · noun

Meaning

The state of being critical..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The state of being critical.
  2. (education) A disposition for purposeful thinking and acting guided by criteria that are considered to be contextually appropriate and that are expected to result in positive outcomes related to the purpose.
  3. (physics) The point at which a nuclear chain reaction becomes self-sustaining.

Example Sentences

They weren't aware of the criticality of the situation.

Synonyms for criticality

Antonyms for criticality

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does criticality mean?

Criticality means The state of being critical..

What is a synonym for criticality?

Common synonyms include criticalness, cruciality.

What is the opposite of criticality?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use criticality in a sentence?

They weren't aware of the criticality of the situation.

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