criticality /ˈkɹɪtɪˌkælɪti/ noun3 •The state of being critical.They weren't aware of the criticality of the situation. •The point at which a nuclear chain reaction becomes self-sustaining. •A disposition for purposeful thinking and acting guided by criteria that are considered to be contextually appropriate and that are expected to result in positive outcomes related to the purpose. formscriticalities
