Climax Word Meaning

Etymology:

mid 16th century (in rhetoric): from late Latin, from Greek klimax ‘ladder’. The sense ‘culmination’ arose in the late 18th century

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the culmination

Short Definition:

culmination

Examples:

• she was nearing the climax of her speech
• a thrilling climax to the game

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

culminate in an exciting or impressive event; reach a climax

Short Definition:

reach climax

Examples:

• the day climaxed with a gala concert