turning point

noun

: a point at which a significant change occurs

Synonyms

• milestone
• climax
• watershed
• landmark
• corner

Examples of turning point in a Sentence

Winning that game was the turning point of the team's season.

That job was a major turning point in her career.

Recent Examples on the Web

Inspired by the familiar red, yellow and green signals that guide drivers on the road, this framework can help couples navigate the daily choices and turning points that shape their relationship. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025

For instance, there could be a sudden revelation, turning point or ending in regards to a romantic relationship. —Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025

As the pharmaceutical industry navigates increasingly complex regulatory landscapes, the adoption of generative AI could mark a turning point in how quickly and safely therapies reach patients worldwide. —Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025

Alexander acknowledges that this moment isn't only a turning point for Murtagh and Brian's friendship but for the course of Murtagh's life as a whole. —EW.com, 30 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for turning point

• counterpoint
• disappoint
• multipoint
• needlepoint
• reappoint
• adjoint
• anoint
• appoint
• checkpoint
• conjoint
• disjoint
• endpoint

Kids Definition

turning point

noun

: a point (as in an action or situation) where an important change occurs