Synonyms of landmark

landmark

noun

ˈland-ˌmärk 

as in milestone

a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs

typically, people feel that turning 21 is a landmark in one's life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• milestone
• climax
• watershed
• corner
• highlight
• milepost
• climacteric
• turning point
• crisis
• transformation
• emergency
• conversion
• turnaround
• clincher
• crusher
• break
• topper
• capper
• metamorphosis
• turnabout
• transfiguration
• juncture
• extremity
• flash point
• boiling point
• breaking point
• zero hour
• crunch time
• conjuncture
• exigency
• clutch
• crunch
• crossroad(s)
• Dunkirk
• head

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of landmark

You’re surrounded by some of the city’s most important historical landmarks—but the history tucked away within the hotel is just as fascinating as everything that surrounds it. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Rustic Cuff’s unique flexible brass Art Deco State Cuff features custom state artwork with iconic landmarks, symbols and details unique to each state. — ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026

It was known as the B8 pile – a landmark experiment informed by years of research under the direction of none other than the renowned Nobel Laureate, Werner Heisenberg. — Mike McRae 06, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026

From the Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz, the San Francisco Bay is home to a handful of world-famous landmarks. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2026