critically

word · lemma: critical

Definition

Used to describe doing something in a way that judges or analyzes carefully, or to describe a very serious or dangerous situation.

Usage & Nuances

'Critically' often modifies verbs (e.g., 'critically analyze', 'critically ill'). In academic or formal texts, it means in a thoughtful, analytical way; in news or health contexts, it usually means 'very seriously' or 'at risk of dying' ('critically endangered', 'critically injured'). Not to be confused with 'critical' as in 'important'.

Spanish: críticamente - de manera crítica - gravementePortuguese (BR): criticamente - de forma crítica - gravementePortuguese (PT): criticamente - de forma crítica - gravementeChinese (Simplified): 批判性地 - 危急地Chinese (Traditional): 批判性地 - 危急地Hindi: आलोचनात्मक रूप से - नाज़ुक रूप मेंArabic: بشكل نقدي - بشكل خطير

Example Sentences

She was critically injured in the accident.

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It is critically important to follow the instructions.

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The teacher asked us to critically analyze the text.

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The doctors said he was critically ill and needs constant care.

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Before you judge, try to look at the situation critically.

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Many animals are now critically endangered due to habitat loss.

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