German word

maßgeblich

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmaːsgeːplɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectiveimportant

Example

Sein maßgeblicher Beitrag führte zum Erfolg.

His important contribution led to success.

Illustration for maßgeblich (important)

More examples

Die maßgebliche Entscheidung änderte den weiteren Ablauf.

The important decision changed the subsequent course.

Core concept

A measuring standard that determines which option or next step counts.

Common phrases

  • maßgebliche Grundlage

    important basis

  • maßgebliche Entscheidung

    important decision

Similar words

wichtig: Important enough to require attention, consideration, or priority.
entscheidend: Having a direct effect on the result or on whether something succeeds.
relevant: Connected to the situation or purpose in a way that affects judgment or action.
zentral: Occupying a central position and helping shape the direction of the whole matter.

Definition in German

So, dass etwas als Maßstab für eine Entscheidung oder das weitere Vorgehen dient

Word origin

The adjective is based on Maß geben, 'to set the measure', with -lich forming an adjective for something that serves as a standard.

Usage tips

  • Maßgeblich für names what is affected, while maßgeblich dazu beitragen means to contribute decisively to something.

Other meanings

  • decisiveadjective
  • majoradjective

Opposites

  • unwichtigunimportantadjective
  • nebensächlichincidentaladjective

Related words

  • maßgebenddecisiveadjective

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