critically

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   In a critical manner

   In a critical manner; with, or in terms of, criticism.

   • I looked critically at the frayed carpet of the hotel room.
2. 2

   In terms of critique, review, of or by critics

   • a critically applauded film
3. 3

   With close discernment

   With close discernment; accurately; exactly.

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   1. 4

      At a crisis or critical time

      At a crisis or critical time; in a situation, place, or condition of decisive consequence.

      • a fortification critically situated
      • Coming critically the night before the session.
   2. 5

      Requiring immediate attention

      Requiring immediate attention; likely to cause a collapse.

      • critically ill
      • critically injured
      • critically endangered

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