Crossroads

/ˈkrɔsˌroʊdz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An intersection of two or more roads.

We met at the crossroads to discuss our plans.

A point at which a crucial decision must be made; a critical juncture.

She found herself at a crossroads in her career, needing to choose between two offers.

A place where paths or decisions converge.

The community center serves as a crossroads for local activists.

Middle English crosroddes, from cros + rood, meaning 'road'.

crossroads of life:

A metaphorical term referring to a significant decision point in someone's life.

at a crossroads:

In a situation where a decision must be made that will affect the future.

A situation where one must make an important choice.

I'm at a crossroads; I need to choose between moving for my job or staying here.

Facing a dilemma or significant life decision.

After the breakup, he felt he was at a crossroads in life.