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zenith

noun

Meaning

The highest point reached by a celestial or other object; the peak or highest point of development or success.

Examples

The Roman Empire reached its zenith in the 2nd century AD.
She was at the zenith of her career when she won the Oscar.

Synonyms: peak, summit, apex, acme

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zenith (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈziːnɪθ/

Definition

The highest point reached by a celestial or other object; the peak or highest point of development or success.

Examples

The Roman Empire reached its zenith in the 2nd century AD.
She was at the zenith of her career when she won the Oscar.
The planet will be at its zenith tonight, visible to the naked eye.

How to Use zenith

zenith of (prepositional phrase): The highest point or peak of something. — "The company reached the zenith of its success in the 1990s."

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