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/krɪˈtɪkəl prɒpərti/ · crit-i-cal prop-er-ty
noun
- A characteristic or attribute that is essential to the behavior or function of a system or object, and whose change or variation can significantly impact the system's overall performance or stability. The critical property of the material used in the construction of the bridge was its tensile strength, which determined its ability to withstand heavy loads.
- A key feature or attribute that is used to distinguish one system or object from another, or to classify them into different categories. The critical property of the new software was its ability to integrate with existing systems, which made it a more attractive option for the company.
Synonyms
essential characteristickey featuredistinguishing attributevital propertycrucial factordecisive property
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of critical properties is closely related to the idea of ' tipping points' in complex systems, where small changes can have significant and often unpredictable effects.