maßgeblich
Translation
decisive, significant, relevant, authoritative
Examples
Sein Beitrag war maßgeblich für den Erfolg.
His contribution was decisive for the success.
Die maßgeblichen Personen wurden informiert.
The relevant people have been informed.
Grammar Patterns
to be maßgeblich ((for sth.)) to be decisive for sth. His influence was maßgeblich for the project.
Similar Words
decisive, crucial, significant; Antonyms: irrelevant, insignificant
Etymology
From 'Maß' (measure) + 'geben' (to give). Literally 'measure-giving', meaning it sets the standard or is decisive.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'gives the measure' (gibt das Maß) for a situation, making it the decisive factor.