acme
word
Definition
The highest point or the peak of something, especially of achievement or development.
Usage & Nuances
'Acme' is formal and somewhat literary, used mostly in written or elevated speech. It often refers to ideals, careers, or reputations (e.g., 'acme of fame'). Not commonly used in everyday conversation; synonyms: 'peak', 'pinnacle', 'zenith' (formal).
Spanish: cima - cúspide - apogeoPortuguese (BR): ápice - auge - ponto mais altoPortuguese (PT): ápice - auge - ponto mais altoChinese (Simplified): 顶点 - 极点Chinese (Traditional): 頂點 - 極點Hindi: शिखर - चरमArabic: ذروة - قمةBengali: শিখর - চূড়াRussian: высшая точка - вершина - апогейJapanese: 絶頂 - 頂点Vietnamese: đỉnh cao - tột đỉnhKorean: 정점 - 절정Turkish: zirve - dorukUrdu: عروج - نقطۂ عروجIndonesian: đỉnh cao - tột đỉnh
Example Sentences
He reached the acme of his career at age 40.
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The invention marked the acme of technology at that time.
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The acme of the mountain was covered in snow.
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Some say that classic novel is the acme of English literature.
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His performance was truly the acme; he couldn't have done better.
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Winning the award was the absolute acme of her life.
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