JUNCTION Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

junction

noun

ˈjəŋ(k)-shən

Definition of junction

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

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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

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as in corner

a place where roads meet the town finally installed a traffic light at that busy junction

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Recent Examples of junction These are carefully compiled for each city, meter-by-meter, junction by junction, before a car can operate there. — New Atlas, 20 June 2026 Bananal Island lies between the Javae and Araguaia rivers at the junction of Brazil's top soy and cattle-producing states of Tocantins, Mato Grosso and Para. — ABC News, 19 June 2026 Most importantly, the Cajon Pass, at the junction of the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults, could facilitate a joint rupture of the two faults. — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 19 June 2026 This one runs from just outside the Basin down to the junction with Dorset Street. — Literary Hub, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for junction

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Noun

For the last two years, New Frontier — our dynamic, cutting-edge program at the intersection of art, cinematic storytelling, and emerging technologies — has been on pause to evaluate the rapid changes in our media landscape.

— Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 29 July 2026
The intersection of sports with Wall Street is not new – just look at the investment of private equity into the NFL, NBA, MLB and the PGA Tour – but the trend seemingly continues to accelerate into global sports.

— Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 29 July 2026

Definition of intersection

Noun

This merging of family and business can present unique financial planning opportunities and challenges, with decisions often taking personal and technical factors into account.

— Matthew Kayser July 24, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
This merging of influences into our lives occurs with the most important aspects of life.

— Chris John Amorosino, Hartford Courant, 20 July 2026

Definition of merging

Noun

The Philadelphia Phillies entered their series against the Baltimore Orioles at a critical juncture for the pitching staff.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
At this juncture, barring a dramatic change in the ownership situation, the likelihood is that Rockingham won’t have a NASCAR national series race next year.

— Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 30 July 2026

Definition of juncture

Noun

The latest evidence is Miami Realtors’ merger with Martin County Realtors on the Treasure Coast, whose members serve luxury properties on Jupiter Island, Sewall’s Point and the Stuart waterfront.

— Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
But the clock will start up again just soon as Ellison gets clearance to land … and the likelihood of a successful merger with WBD still looks to be at about 85%.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of merger

Noun

The economists also advocate for temporary aid to workers and the most vulnerable groups exposed to the shock of price liberalization, currency unification, and unemployment due to the restructuring of state enterprises.

— Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un declared in late 2023 that the two Koreas were separate hostile states rather than partners seeking eventual unification, a fundamental shift from its traditional approach to the South.

— Reuters, NBC news, 23 July 2026

Definition of unification

Noun

Following the consolidation, the production capacity for Inpro’s shower curtains, cubicle curtains and roller shades was expected to increase, the company’s 2024 statement said.

— Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
After spending nearly two years consolidating, the stock broke out in the second half of 2025 and has since advanced through a series of healthy consolidations.

— Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 29 July 2026

Definition of consolidation

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Two of the company's vessels, Icon and Star of the Seas, feature exterior doors to connecting cabins — replacing the traditional interior door, as Royal Caribbean Blog reported.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
According to Ryan, the right kitchen sells the dream of entertaining, connecting, and living well.

— Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Jan. 2026

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