critically

• Adverbe signifiant « en exprimant une désapprobation ou en relevant des défauts » ou « par une analyse et une évaluation minutieuses ». Il peut aussi signifier « à un degré grave ou dangereux » (par exemple, gravement malade). Le sens dépend fortement du contexte.

An adverb meaning "in a way that expresses disapproval or points out faults" or "in a way that involves careful analysis and judgment." It can also mean "to a serious or dangerous degree" (e.g., critically ill). The meaning depends heavily on context.

1. In a critical mannerB2formal

   In a way that expresses disapproval or judgment.

   de manière critique

   • The reviewer spoke critically about the film's plot.
   • She looked at him critically before responding.
   • The article examines the policy critically.

   Synonymesdisapprovinglydisparaginglynegatively

   Antonymesadmiringlyappreciativelyapprovinglyfavorably

2. To a serious or crucial degreeB2formal

   In a way that is extremely important or serious.

   de manière cruciale / d'une importance critique

   • The patient is critically ill in the hospital.
   • This decision is critically important for the company's future.
   • The supply of clean water is critically low in the region.

   Synonymescruciallydecisivelyessentiallyimperativelyimportantlyseriouslyurgentlyvitally

3. Using careful analysisB2formal

   In a way that involves careful and thoughtful analysis.

   de manière critique / analytique

   • Students must learn to think critically about sources.
   • The data was critically analyzed before the report was published.
   • She critically evaluated the arguments presented.

   Synonymesanalyticallycarefullyjudiciouslylogicallyrationallyrigorouslysystematicallythoughtfully

   Antonymescarelesslyshallowlysuperficiallyuncritically