inflection point

American  

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

noun

1. Also called point of inflection, 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

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Example Sentences

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inflection point

“And more importantly, we saw 68% remission in our clinical trial. So, it’s really a quantum change, an inflection point in what we can offer to patients. From a clinical care perspective, that’s really meaningful.”

From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026

While some investors are concerned about a negative inflection point in demand two quarters out, Chin said the reality could be more like two to three years.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2026

But there’s also a recognition here that the way through that inflection point will involve some inconvenient alliances in the face of powerful business threats.

From Slate ● Oct. 16, 2026

In the sixth, Dodgers setup man Tanner Scott took the mound early, at an inflection point in the contest.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

The increase marked Vera Bradley’s second consecutive quarter of overall revenue growth and came after the company said in June that its turnaround had reached an inflection point.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026

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