criticality
[/ˌkrɪtɪˈkæləti/]
nounfemininepl: criticalities
criticidade
1. The quality or state of being critical; crucial importance or significance
The criticality of this decision cannot be overstated.
A criticidade desta decisão não pode ser subestimada.
2. In nuclear physics, the point at which a nuclear chain reaction becomes self-sustaining
The reactor reached criticality after the control rods were withdrawn.
O reator atingiu a criticidade após as barras de controle serem retiradas.
3. In business and engineering, the degree to which a system, component, or process is essential to overall operation
The criticality assessment identified the server as a mission-critical component.
A avaliação de criticidade identificou o servidor como um componente crítico para a missão.
In Brazilian business and technology sectors, 'criticidade' is widely used in risk management and system reliability contexts, particularly influenced by American corporate terminology. In Portugal, the term is used similarly but may be complemented with more traditional expressions emphasizing 'crucial importance' (importância crucial).
Related Idioms & Phrases
reach criticality - atingir a criticidade
mission criticality - criticidade da missão
assess criticality - avaliar a criticidade
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