pivotal

Meanings

• adjective

  being of central importance or influence in a particular situation or regard; crucial.

  - "The pivotal role of the team captain in leading the team to victory."
  - "The pivotal moment in the negotiation was when both parties agreed on the key terms."

• adjective

  serving as a turning point or critical point in the progress of a disease or a process.

  - "The pivotal stage in the treatment of cancer is the removal of the tumor."
  - "The pivotal point in the process of fermentation is the addition of the yeast."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɪvətəl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pivotal
rivets , miterets , quiverlets

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Variants

List of all variants of pivotal that leads to same result
pivotal , pivotally

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Etymology

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Late Middle English: from pivot + -al (denoting a state or quality). A pivot is a rotating shaft or axle around which something turns.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pivotal' comes from the Latin word 'pivota', meaning 'a spindle'.

2. In mathematics, a pivotal point is a point at which a function or equation has a vertical asymptote.

3. The term 'pivotal' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. turning point: A moment of dramatic significance in a story, often marking a change in direction or outcome.

2. crucial: Extremely important or necessary.

3. central: Relating to or being the main focus or core of something.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'pivotal' is often used to describe a crucial moment or turning point in a story. In art, the term can refer to a central or key element in a composition. In music, a pivotal chord or note can mark a significant shift in the melody or harmony.

How to Memorize "pivotal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a wheel turning around a pivot point.
   - Visualize a key moment in a story or situation where the outcome hinges on a decision or action.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pivotal' with the idea of a turning point or crucial moment.
   - Link the word to the concept of central importance or influence.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: P-Pivot Point, I-Important, V-Value, O-Outcome, T-Turning Point, A-Action.

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