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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The victim was taken to the hospital in noncritical condition. Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 13 Mar. 2025 If ransomware infiltrates a segment containing noncritical systems, the damage remains localized. Sameer Malhotra, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 Crews have until next June to complete noncritical items. Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 16 Aug. 2024 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 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 23 Mar. 2025.

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