1848, in the meaning defined above
critical philosophy
critical point
critical potential
“Critical point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/critical%20point. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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