Pivotal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɪvɪtəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Pivotal is an adjective meaning Of, relating to, or being a pivot.
Meaning
Of, relating to, or being a pivot.
More Meanings
- (figuratively) Being of crucial importance; central, key.
Example Sentences
"Crucially, HS2 is already playing a pivotal role in helping Britain's post-pandemic economic recovery.
It is time the international community faced the reality: we have an unmanageable, unfair, distortionary global tax regime. It is a tax system that is pivotal in creating the increasing inequality that marks most advanced countries today […].
Synonyms for pivotal
Depending on context, synonyms include crucial, important, polar.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crucial, important, polar, focal, base, basis.
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