inflection point

American  

[in-flek-shuhn point] / ɪnˈflɛk ʃən ˌpɔɪnt /

noun

1. Also called point of inflection.  Also called flex point.  Mathematics. a point on a curve at which the curvature changes from convex to concave or vice versa.

2. a point at which a major or decisive change takes place; critical point.

   We’re at an inflection point where we’ll see the technology move forward at a much faster pace.

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Etymology

Origin of inflection point

First recorded in 1715–25

Example Sentences

A year ago, Kelly spoke about how AI usage was reaching an inflection point, with more daily usage and demand.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

"America is at an inflection point," said Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

“We are at an inflection point for prediction markets,” Andy Ross, head of institutional at Kalshi, said in a statement the company provided to Barron’s.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Executive Chairman Ed Stack said that the company is making progress in its “clean out the garage” efforts on Foot Locker, which have prepared the brand to reach an inflection point by the back-to-school season.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Therefore, he sees the upcoming earnings report as “the beginning of an inflection point for shares.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 17, 2026