noncritical

adjective

non·​crit·​i·​cal ˌnän-ˈkri-ti-kəl How to pronounce noncritical (audio)
: not critical: such as
a
: not marked by or given to criticism
a supportive, noncritical family/environment
b
: not indispensable or vital
noncritical components of the aircraft

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Knowing that this portion is noncritical provides the freedom to take calculated risks without the fear of negatively impacting overall financial stability. Odiri Oginni, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 Seven passengers were taken by ambulance with noncritical injuries. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American-Statesman, 29 Aug. 2024 While this will likely mean targeting generative technology toward processes such as report creation, which at the surface may seem noncritical, the result will be a competitive advantage that propels firms above the competition. Ravikiran Dharmavaram, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024 Lane restrictions will occur in the fall and next spring to accommodate work on noncritical items. Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 16 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for noncritical 

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of noncritical was in 1838

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“Noncritical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noncritical. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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