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apex

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈeɪpɛks/

KK: /ˈeɪpɛks/

noun
Definition

The highest point or top of something, often used to describe the peak or tip of an object or structure.


Example

The climbers reached the apex of the mountain after a long and challenging journey.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that mountain we climbed last weekend?
Sloth B
Yeah! The view from the apex was absolutely stunning.
Sloth A
I couldn't believe how high we were up there.
Sloth B
It felt great to reach the top and take it all in.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
summit
peak
tip
Antonyms
base
bottom
nadir
Root Explanation

Apex → It is derived from the Latin word "apex" (meaning peak or summit). The word "apex" refers to the highest point or top of something.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for peak, 'apex', to remember that it means the highest point.

Visually Confused Words
ape
auspex
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