critically — in a way that expresses disapproval or judgment
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that expresses disapproval or judgment
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl.i/
Example Sentences
- The food critic looked critically at the burnt toast and said, 'This restaurant is critically in need of a new chef.'
- Students must learn to think critically about information they find online.
- The project was critically dependent on government funding.
critically
ADVERB[/ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl.i/]
in a way that expresses disapproval or judgment
The surgeon critically examines every stitch before closing the wound.
Judging politically, critically, typically!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Late Latin 'criticus' (meaning judge or critic), derived from Greek 'kritikos' (relating to judgment), combined with the English adverbial suffix '-ally' (meaning in a manner of).
Breakdown
critic (one who judges) + -al (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to') + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner of') = critically
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📝Examples
“The food critic looked critically at the burnt toast and said, 'This restaurant is critically in need of a new chef.'”
“Students must learn to think critically about information they find online.”
“The project was critically dependent on government funding.”
“My phone battery is critically low, which is critically important since I'm critically lost in this maze-like mall.”
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