crucial

adjective
/ˈkruːʃəl/

Meaning

extremely important or necessary
Decisive or critical, especially in the success or failure of something.
Extremely important or necessary; decisive in determining success or failure.

Example Sentences

Trust is crucial for a strong relationship.

Fault-tolerance is crucial for reliability.

Timely decision-making is crucial to the success of the project.

Example Expressions

crucial role

Synonyms

vital, essential, critical, key, significant
Entry 1
vital, essential, critical, key, significant
Entry 2
vital, essential
Entry 3
vital, essential

Antonyms

unimportant, trivial, minor, optional
Entry 1
unimportant, trivial, minor
Entry 2
trivial, optional
Entry 3
unimportant, trivial

Collocations

crucial role, crucial decision, crucial moment, crucial factor

More Example Sentences

Ensuring transparency and accountability in global governance is crucial.

This experience taught me how crucial time management and prioritization are.

I believe that technology can play a crucial role in tackling climate change.

Adopting sustainable agricultural practices is crucial for environmental protection.

I think it is crucial to maintain a balance between the benefits and risks of technology.

Related Vocabularies

irritable and quarrelsome; difficult to control; bad-tempered
free from anything that contaminates or taints; clean
Too great or extreme to be measured.
Having or showing good judgment; wise and sensible.
free from harm or danger
Closely acquainted; very familiar and personal.

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