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      Peak

      /piːk/

      Meaning & Definition

      noun
      The pointed top of a mountain.
      We reached the peak after a challenging hike.
      The highest point of something, such as a level or amount.
      The company's profits hit a peak last quarter before beginning to decline.
      A time of greatest intensity or activity.
      The festival reached its peak in the evening with a spectacular fireworks show.
      verb
      To reach the highest point; to achieve the maximum.
      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

      To show interest or excitement.
      That concert was peak, everyone was so into it!
      To reach a high level of something, often used in relation to energy or mood.
      I was peaking hard during the party.