Synonyms of junction

junction

noun

ˈjəŋ(k)-shən 

1

as in intersection

a place where two or more things are united

situated at the junction of several major railways, the city has long been a transportation hub

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intersection
• juncture
• confluence
• join
• joining
• joint
• coupling
• connection
• jointure
• link
• interconnection
• nexus
• tie
• suture
• seam
• abutment
• articulation
• meeting
• attachment
• union
• concourse

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• gap
• separation
• fissure
• crack
• rift
• crevice
• cleft

2

as in merging

the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one

the junction of the coalition's two military forces has not been without problems

Synonyms & Similar Words

• merging
• merger
• unification
• consolidation
• connecting
• coupling
• linking
• connection
• combining
• amalgamation
• combination
• union
• synthesis
• fusion
• mixture
• blend
• mix
• reunification
• compounding
• coalescence
• agglomeration
• reunion
• intermixture
• mingling
• intermingling
• commingling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• division
• partition
• split
• dissolution
• schism
• breakup
• parting
• disconnection
• separation
• detachment
• scission
• disunion
• severance
• divorcement

3

as in corner

a place where roads meet

the town finally installed a traffic light at that busy junction

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intersection
• corner
• crossing
• crossroad
• roundabout
• carrefour
• interchange
• underpass
• crossway(s)
• overpass
• cloverleaf
• traffic circle
• rotary
• circle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of junction

In an era of $400 tasting menus, the cost lands as reasonable given the meal’s many junctions of meticulous artistry and down-to-earth deliciousness. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

The other thing is that the junction between segments can be a distinct environment, one where cells are exposed to influences from both of the neighboring identities. — John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Sep. 2026

According to the recent study, a Phoenix-area junction ranked among the intersections motorcyclists identified as the most feared in the United States. — Christian Cervantes, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Located at the junction of three continents—Europe, Asia, and Africa—the region has historically been a crossroads for conquerors, peoples, trade, and ideas. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Sep. 2026