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zenith
the highest point of power, success, or development
Synonyms
- peak
- apex
- pinnacle
Antonyms
- nadir
- bottom
- low
zenith in a sentence
The empire reached its zenith during a long period of peace.
The novelist reached the zenith of his fame after winning the award.
Where it comes from
From Arabic samt al-ra's, meaning 'path over the head.'
Memory hook
ZENITH starts with Z, the final letter: picture reaching the final, highest point.
Read it in context
- The Drift Above Science