pivotal

CEFRC1

/ˈpɪvɪtəl/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Extremely important to the result of something.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Being of crucial importance; central, key.

Examples

  • He plays an important, almost pivotal, role.

  • Sami had a pivotal time in his life.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2
Synonyms
1

Also pronounced

  • [ˈpɪvɪɾəl]

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Of, relating to, or being a pivot.

More examples

In context

  • "Crucially, HS2 is already playing a pivotal role in helping Britain's post-pandemic economic recovery.

Synonyms

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Origin

adjective

From pivot + -al.