Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

moment-of-reckoning

phrase

ˈmoʊmənt əv ˈrɛkənɪŋ

Definition

A critical time when one reviews events that have occurred or makes a decision based on the consequences of past actions.

Examples

After years of procrastination, the exam was a moment-of-reckoning for her academic future.
For the company, the launch of the new product was a moment-of-reckoning that determined their market position.

Meaning

The moment-of-reckoning refers to a significant point in time when the outcomes of one’s decisions and actions become clear, often leading to an evaluation or assessment of those choices.