conjuncture

n. [ Cf. F. conjoncture, LL. conjunctura. ] 1. The act of joining, or state of being joined; union; connection; combination. [ 1913 Webster ]

The conjuncture of philosophy and divinity. Hobbes. [ 1913 Webster ]

A fit conjuncture or circumstances. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. A crisis produced by a combination of circumstances; complication or combination of events or circumstances; plight resulting from various conditions. [ 1913 Webster ]

He [ Chesterfield ] had recently governed Ireland, at a momentous conjuncture, with eminent firmness, wisdom, and humanity. Macaulay. [ 1913 Webster ]