breaking point

Definition of Breaking Point in English :

1. breaking point

(psychology) stress at which a person breaks down or a situation becomes crucial

2. breaking point

the degree of tension or stress at which something breaks

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Breaking Point

noun

1.

the point at which something or someone gives way under strain

2.

the moment of crisis in a situation

1.

the point at which material breaks under strain

2.

the point at which one's endurance, self-control, etc. collapses under trial

n.

1. The point at which physical, mental, or emotional strength gives way under stress.

2. The point at which a condition or situation becomes critical.