crucial

/kɹˈuʃəl/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
   “a crucial moment in his career”
2. having crucial relevance
   “crucial to the case”
3. of the greatest importance
   “the all-important subject of disarmament”

Synonyms for crucial

• important
• critical
• life-and-death
• pivotal
• material
• all-important
• all important
• essential
• of the essence

Antonyms of crucial

• noncrucial