critical

SAYING BAD THINGS

B2saying that someone or something is bad or wrong

• He was very critical of my work.
• The report is critical of the hospital.

VERY IMPORTANT

B2very important for the way things will happen

• The next few days are critical.
• Water is critical for life.

ILL

B2very ill or in a very dangerous situation

• The driver is in a critical condition in hospital.