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crossroad Synonyms

Another word for crossroad

Choosing another word for crossroad depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An intersection where two or more roads meet and cross each other, or a road that connects two main roads.

Usage Example

"Turn left at the next intersection and continue down the hill toward the village."

Strongest
intersection
junction
Strong
crossing
crossway
interchange

• noun (Context 2)

A crucial point or stage in life or a situation where an important decision must be made.

Usage Example

"After graduating from college, she found herself at a career turning point with several distinct paths ahead."

Strongest
turning point
Strong
watershed
juncture
milestone
Weak
crisis

• Nearby Words

crossover
crosspiece
crosspost
crossroad
crossroads
crosstalk
crosstown

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Crossroad. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/crossroad
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