CEFR B2

crucially

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is extremely important or necessary for the outcome of something.

Examples

Crucially, the new evidence proved the defendant was innocent.
The negotiations failed, crucially, because neither side would compromise on key issues.

Synonyms: importantly, vitally, critically, essentially

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crucially (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈkruːʃəli/

Definition

In a way that is extremely important or necessary for the outcome of something.

Examples

Crucially, the new evidence proved the defendant was innocent.
The negotiations failed, crucially, because neither side would compromise on key issues.
This discovery is crucially important for understanding the disease.

How to Use crucially

crucially (adverb placement): Placed at the beginning of a sentence or clause to emphasize the most important point. — "Crucially, the report highlighted the need for immediate action."
crucially (adverb placement): Placed within a sentence to modify a specific adjective or verb, emphasizing its critical nature. — "This factor is crucially important for the project's success."

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