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Meaning of critical period | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A maturational stage in the lifespan of an organism during which the nervous system is especially sensitive to certain environmental stimuli.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

critical philosophy critical point critical point drying critical race theorist critical race theory critical rationalism

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