1 conjuncture | Definition of conjuncture
Logo
Menu
dictionary thesaurus

conjuncture

noun
con·​junc·​ture | \ kÉ™n-ˈjəŋ(k)-chÉ™r How to pronounce conjuncture (audio) \

Definition of conjuncture

1 : conjunction, union
2 : a combination of circumstances or events usually producing a crisis : juncture
Synonyms Example Sentences Learn More about conjuncture

Keep scrolling for more

Examples of conjuncture in a Sentence

an unfortunate conjuncture of events—peak demand at a time of reduced output from hurricane-ravished refineries—resulted in skyrocketing gas prices

Recent Examples on the Web

 In conjuncture with this, A Bola (via Sport Witness) have reported that Spurs have requested a new meeting, meaning further developments could be imminent. — SI.com, "Bruno Fernandes Pushing for Sporting Exit as Tottenham Continue Pursuit After Failed Bid," 2 Aug. 2019

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'conjuncture.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

First Known Use of conjuncture

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Keep scrolling for more

More from Merriam-Webster on conjuncture

Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for conjuncture

WORD OF THE DAY

See Definitions and Examples

Get Word of the Day daily email!