juncture
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for juncture, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A particular point in time, especially a critical or important one.
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
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How to use juncture
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin iunctura, "a joining" — the same root as junction.
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What does “juncture” mean?
The word “juncture” means a particular point in time, especially a critical or important one. In plain terms, usually used to mean a critical moment in time, as in "at this juncture.".
How do you pronounce “juncture”?
“Juncture” is pronounced JUHNGK-chuh (/ˈd͡ʒʌŋk.t͡ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “juncture” in a sentence?
Here is “juncture” used in a sentence: “At this juncture, we need to decide whether to expand or hold steady.”
What part of speech is “juncture”?
“Juncture” is a noun.
Where does the word “juncture” come from?
The word “juncture” comes from Latin. From Latin iunctura, "a joining" — the same root as junction.
How many meanings does “juncture” have?
“Juncture” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a particular point in time, especially a critical or important one.