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crucial

crucial

adjective kroo-SYAHL Rare

Origin: From Latin crux (cross).

Also means

critical

Usage Note

Crucial is invariable in gender (same form for masculine and feminine): un momento crucial, una decisión crucial. It conveys that something is decisive or pivotal, slightly stronger than importante.

Examples

"Este partido es crucial para clasificarse."

Natural Translation

This match is crucial for qualifying.

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