Apex
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈeɪ.pɛks/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Apex is a noun meaning The highest or the greatest part of something, especially forming a point.
Meaning
The highest or the greatest part of something, especially forming a point.
More Meanings
- An obstacle for a horse to jump over, consisting of a triangular corner fence.
- (figuratively) The moment of greatest success, expansion, etc.
- (attributive, ecology) The top of the food chain.
- A conical priest cap.
Example Sentences
the apex of the building
the apex of civilization
Drone cameras show that his car reached the apex first.
It would be an intense disgust. The absolute apex of teen angst.
Word Forms
- apexes
Synonyms for apex
Depending on context, synonyms include acme, zenith, apogee, apotheosis, ascendance, capstone.
Antonyms for apex
Common opposites include bathos, nadir, trough, antapex.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include vertex, peak, acme, zenith, culmination, apogee.
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Sources & Attribution
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