point of inflection

American  

noun

Mathematics.

1. inflection point.

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point of inflection British  

noun

1. maths a stationary point on a curve at which the tangent is horizontal or vertical and where tangents on either side have the same sign

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Etymology

Origin of point of inflection

First recorded in 1735–45

Example Sentences

“What he was talking about was the critical nature of our democracy, the critical point of inflection for women’s reproductive rights, the fact that there was an opportunity here to really serve the state and to be able to step up into leadership in this moment where there was so much at stake,” Butler said.

From Los Angeles Times

“We’re at another point of inflection of historical change, a very interesting one,” Cal Chancellor Carol Christ said.

From Seattle Times

For me, seeing that, look, we are at that point of inflection, it’s one of the most exciting moments.

From New York Times

Lula’s return to politics was seen as a much-needed point of inflection.

From Washington Post

“We could be moving toward a point of inflection,” Mr. Goward said.

From New York Times