Crossroads Definition & Meaning
crossroads
- noun
- a community of people smaller than a village
- a crisis situation or point in time when a critical decision must be made; "at that juncture he had no idea what to do"; "he must be made to realize that the company stands at a critical point"
- a point where a choice must be made; "Freud's work stands at the crossroads between psychology and neurology"
"Crossroads" in song lyrics
See how crossroads is used in real songs:
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"I am the crossroads"
Aztlan Underground — Nahui Ollin -
"Judgement day, hell night, at the crossroads"
Babyface Fensta — Metallica -
"From the mob boss, B.B. Gambini, Nina Ross, in the crossroads"
Bizzy Bone — Social Studies
Words that rhyme with crossroads
Usage tips for "crossroads"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "crossroads" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for crossroads to find words that pair well.