critically

Meaning 1: Evaluation

In a way that involves careful judgment and evaluation of something's good and bad aspects, or in a way that is essential or crucial.

Examples

• The committee reviewed the proposal critically, pointing out several flaws.
• It is critically important to follow safety procedures in the lab.

Meaning 2: Health

In a very serious or dangerous condition, often referring to health.

Examples

• The patient's condition worsened and they were moved to critically ill care.
• After the accident, he was critically injured and required immediate surgery.

Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪtɪkli/

How to Use critically

critically review (collocation)

To examine something carefully, pointing out strengths and weaknesses. — "Students are expected to critically review academic articles."

critically analyze (collocation)

To examine something in detail to understand its structure or meaning. — "The essay critically analyzes the impact of social media on society."

critically evaluate (collocation)

To assess the value or quality of something with careful judgment. — "You need to critically evaluate the sources before using them in your research."

Synonyms of critically

Words with a similar meaning to critically:

• seriously
• crucially
• analytically
• judiciously
• imperatively

Antonyms of critically

Words with the opposite meaning to critically:

• uncritically
• superficially