Meaning & Definition of word "Peak"
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Peak
/piːk/
noun:
- 1. The pointed top of a mountain.
- Example: We reached the peak after a challenging hike.
- 2. The highest point of something, such as a level or amount.
- Example: The company's profits hit a peak last quarter before beginning to decline.
- 3. A time of greatest intensity or activity.
- Example: The festival reached its peak in the evening with a spectacular fireworks show.
verb:
- 1. To reach the highest point; to achieve the maximum.
- Example: The athlete peaked just in time for the championship.
Etymology
Middle English 'peke', of uncertain origin, possibly related to Middle Dutch 'pike'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
peak performance:
The highest level of performance or ability.
peak season:
The time of year when demand is highest.
peak oil:
The point at which oil production reaches its maximum rate.
Related Words
summit:
The highest point of a hill or mountain.
apex:
The top or highest part of something, especially one forming a point.
zenith:
The time at which something is most powerful or successful.
Slang Meanings of peak
Meaning: To show interest or excitement.
Example Sentence: That concert was peak, everyone was so into it!
Meaning: To reach a high level of something, often used in relation to energy or mood.
Example Sentence: I was peaking hard during the party.