critically

/ˈkrɪtɪkli/
adverb
  1. In a way that expresses disapproval or judgment.
    • The teacher spoke critically about the student's lack of effort.
    • He critically examined every detail of the proposal.
    • She looked critically at the messy room.
  2. In a way that involves careful analysis or evaluation.
    • The article encourages readers to engage critically with the text.
    • We need to think critically about the evidence.
    • Students learn to analyze arguments critically.
  3. To a serious or dangerous degree; extremely.
    • The bridge is critically damaged after the storm.
    • The region is critically short of clean water.
    • The patient is critically ill and needs immediate surgery.