criticality

/ ˌkrɪtɪˈkælɪtɪ /

noun

1. the state of being critical
2. physics the condition in a nuclear reactor when the fissionable material can sustain a chain reaction by itself

Example Sentences

There is nothing remotely comparable for any and all Asian countries, whatever the strategic and economic criticality of Asia.

From The Daily Beast

Jack could have spitted anybody for coming to disturb him at such a criticality.

From Project Gutenberg

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