critical hit

[ krit-i-kuhl hit ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a movie, song, or the like that is highly favored by professional critics:
The two movies they made together were both blockbusters as well as critical hits.
The song was a critical hit, garnering several nominations and two awards in its category.
Informal, . (in role-playing games) a particularly successful, damaging blow or move against one’s opponent, usually due to an advantageous roll of the die or dice:
I had a hard time on the first few levels, with low health from a steady stream of critical hits against me.
In this game any roll that adds up to 12 is a critical hit and inflicts major damage, regardless of defenses.

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