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juncture
noun junc·ture \ˈjəŋ(k)-chər\
: an important point in a process or activity
: a place where things join
Full Definition of JUNCTURE
1
a : joint, connection b : the manner of transition or mode of relationship between two consecutive sounds in speech
2
: an instance of joining : junction
3
: a point of time; especially : one made critical by a concurrence of circumstances
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First Known Use of JUNCTURE
14th century
Related to JUNCTURE
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- point
Synonym Discussion of JUNCTURE
juncture, exigency, emergency, contingency, pinch, straits, crisis mean a critical or crucial time or state of affairs. juncture stresses the significant concurrence or convergence of events <an important juncture in our country's history>. exigency stresses the pressure of restrictions or urgency of demands created by a special situation <provide for exigencies>. emergency applies to a sudden unforeseen situation requiring prompt action to avoid disaster <the presence of mind needed to deal with emergencies>. contingency implies an emergency or exigency that is regarded as possible but uncertain of occurrence <contingency plans>. pinch implies urgency or pressure for action to a less intense degree than exigency or emergency <come through in a pinch>. straits applies to a troublesome situation from which escape is extremely difficult <in dire straits>. crisis applies to a juncture whose outcome will make a decisive difference <a crisis of confidence>.
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JUNCTURE Defined for Kids
juncture
noun junc·ture \ˈjəŋk-chər\
Definition of JUNCTURE for Kids
: an important or particular point or stage in a process or activity
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