1
as in moments
a particular and often important moment in time
at the present juncture, I think the country is looking for a strong president
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in junctions
a place where two or more things are united
the water is leaking at the juncture of those two pipes
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in crossroads
a time or state of affairs requiring prompt or decisive action
we have now arrived at a juncture where something must be done to avert war
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for junctures
Noun
-
As with any career as long as his, there have been moments when perhaps his aesthetic wasn’t so aligned with where fashion was going, but mention that and Roversi will gently put it to one side.—
Mark Holgate,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025 -
So, to observe them, astronomers rely on stellar occultations — moments when an object passes between them and a background star.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Surprisingly, cognitive decline in healthy aging isn't as simple as neurons dying, but rather neurons losing their spark at the synapse, the tiny junctions where signals leap from cell to cell.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
2 Sep. 2025
-
Four rotors, mounted at wing junctions, provide lift for vertical flight and stability during transition.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Her comments come as Democrats face a leadership crossroads in Washington, with long-serving figures under scrutiny and younger candidates pushing for change.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Sep. 2025
-
Continue reading … SEN STEVE DAINES, SEN ANGUS KING – America's national parks are at a crossroads.—
,
FOXNews.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The track’s success proved his instincts right about creating accessible entry points for new audiences.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Sep. 2025
-
And when the second half started, Gay couldn’t turn a solid Commanders drive into three more points, banging the ball off the right goal post.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
City officials encourage motorists at unmarked intersections to measure the allowable distance in terms of vehicle size.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
-
Field believes one of the key intersections between AI and design is that AI tools will help broaden access, letting more people become designers.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Prominent global automakers showcased their latest models at the Munich car show, including new EVs and lower-cost vehicles, as Europe's auto sector faces crises ranging from tariff hikes to rising costs and rivalry with Chinese firms on their home turf.—
Bernadette Baum,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
-
Baerbock takes the gavel at a tumultuous moment for the United Nations, with mounting global crises, stalled Security Council action, financial strain, and conflicts around the world.—
Stéphanie Fillion,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
But in complex situations, such as collaboration across silos or national policy integration, outcomes cannot be predicted in advance.—
Thomas Lim,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
-
Simply put, the Royals wanted Caglianone to work counts and get in advantageous situations.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 Sep. 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Cite this Entry
“Junctures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/junctures. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share