O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image

crucial

/krʌʃəl/ adjective · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does crucial mean?

adjective

Extremely important or decisive; having a crucial effect or influence. A matter of great importance or urgency.

Example

"The team's victory was crucial to their chances of winning the championship."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Etymologically related

Synonyms for crucial

Antonyms of crucial

Rhymes with crucial