criticality
|crit-i-cal-i-ty|
/ˌkrɪtɪˈkælɪti/
importance or urgency
Etymology
'criticality' originates from the word 'critical,' which comes from the Greek word 'kritikos,' meaning 'able to judge.'
'kritikos' transformed into the Latin word 'criticus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'critical' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'able to judge,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'importance or urgency.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality, state, or degree of being of the highest importance or urgency.
The criticality of the situation demanded immediate action.
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Noun 2
the point at which a nuclear reaction becomes self-sustaining.
The reactor reached criticality during the test.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41