How to Pronounce "anticlimax"
word
ˌæn.tiˈklaɪ.mæks
an-tee-KLY-maks
ˌæntɪklˈaɪmæks
an-ti-KLY-maks
Definition
An anticlimax is a moment when something exciting builds up, but the outcome is much less impressive or exciting than expected. It often feels disappointing or like a let-down.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæn.tiˈklaɪ.mæks
British English
ˌæntɪklˈaɪmæks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
an-tee-KLY-maks
UK
an-ti-KLY-maks
Listen in Context
The movie had an anticlimax at the end and everyone was disappointed.
After all the excitement, the game ended in an anticlimax.
Her speech built up to an anticlimax, leaving the audience unsatisfied.
Honestly, the fireworks show was a total anticlimax—the finale was just one small rocket.