Crucial — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Crucial
Crucial (adjective)
- important, significant
- important or essential as resolving a crisis, decisive
- marked by final determination of a doubtful issue
Crucial (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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of the greatest possible importance
"water is crucial to our survival"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Crucial
The most common words with a similar meaning to Crucial:
Near Antonyms of Crucial
Origin & Etymology of Crucial
French, from Latin cruc-, crux cross
First known use: 1706
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Crucial
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 6
- Academic Word List: 570 Academic Word List — Page 4
- Topics: Descriptions / Adjectives
Frequently Asked Questions about Crucial
What does "Crucial" mean?
"Crucial" means important, significant. As an adjective, it is defined as: important, significant.
What is another word for "Crucial"?
Other words for "Crucial" include critical, key, pivotal and vital. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Crucial" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Crucial"?
There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Crucial". Common alternatives include critical, key, pivotal and vital.
How do you use "Crucial" in a sentence?
Examples of "Crucial" in a sentence: "water is crucial to our survival".
Is "Crucial" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Crucial" is an adjective.
Is "Crucial" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Crucial" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.
How do you pronounce "Crucial"?
"Crucial" is pronounced /ˈkrü-shəl/ and divided into syllables as cru·cial.
What is the origin of the word "Crucial"?
"Crucial" comes from French, from Latin cruc-, crux cross. First known use: 1706.