Crítico (en. Critical)
/ˈkɾitiko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Referring to criticism or expressing value judgments.
His critical analysis of the book revealed surprising details.
Su análisis crítico del libro reveló detalles sorprendentes.
Extremely important or decisive.
The moment was critical to the evolution of the project.
El momento fue crítico para la evolución del proyecto.
Involving risk or danger.
The patient's medical condition is critical.
La situación médica del paciente es crítica.
Etymology
From Greek 'kritikós', meaning 'the one who judges'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
constructive criticism
Comments aimed at improving something.
crítica constructiva
critical moment
Key situation in the development of a matter.
momento crítico
art critic
Person who evaluates and analyzes works of art.
crítico de arte
Related Words
criticism
Evaluation or judgment made about something.
crítica
to criticize
To express a negative opinion about something.
criticar
Slang Meanings
A person who always has a negative opinion.
Don't listen to Juan, he's critical by nature.
No escuches a Juan, es un crítico por naturaleza.
A difficult or complicated situation.
We are at a critical moment in the negotiation.
Estamos en un momento crítico en la negociación.