pivotal
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for pivotal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely important; central to how something turns out.
Antonyms
How to use pivotal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pivotal role
pivotal moment
pivotal decision
Etymology
From "pivot" plus the adjective suffix "-al" — literally, something a situation turns on.
Full origin of pivotal →Frequently asked questions
What does “pivotal” mean?
The word “pivotal” means extremely important; central to how something turns out. In plain terms, so important that everything else depends on it.
How do you pronounce “pivotal”?
“Pivotal” is pronounced PIH-vih-tuhl (/ˈpɪvɪtəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “pivotal” in a sentence?
Here is “pivotal” used in a sentence: “Her testimony was pivotal in winning the case.”
What part of speech is “pivotal”?
“Pivotal” is an adjective.
Is “pivotal” a common word?
“Pivotal” is an uncommon word in modern English.
