pivotal

Definition

Of, relating to, or being a pivot.

Etymology

From pivot + -al.

Example Sentences

• "It is time the international community faced the reality: we have an unmanageable, unfair, distortionary global tax regime. It is a tax system that is pivotal in creating the increasing inequality that marks most advanced countries today […]."
• ""Crucially, HS2 is already playing a pivotal role in helping Britain's post-pandemic economic recovery."