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Meaning & Definition of Culmination in English

English

Culmination

Pronunciation:

/ˌkʌl.məˈneɪ.ʃən/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

culminations

Meaning and Definition of Culmination

1. Primary Definition

The highest point or climax of a series of events.

2. Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: The act of reaching a peak or climax.

    Example Sentence: The culmination of her efforts was recognized at the awards ceremony.

  • Definition: The final stage or climax of a process.

    Example Sentence: The culmination of the project took several years of hard work.

  • Definition: The highest point of development.

    Example Sentence: The culmination of his research led to a groundbreaking discovery.

  • Definition: The outcome or final result of a series of events.

    Example Sentence: The culmination of events resulted in a major shift in public policy.

  • Definition: Astronomical term referring to the highest point reached by a celestial body.

    Example Sentence: The culmination of the star occurred at midnight.

Etymology

Origin: From Late Latin culminationem, meaning 'a climbing up'.

Synonyms

climax | peak | summit | zenith | apex

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • culmination of efforts: The final result of hard work and dedication.
  • culmination of a process: The ultimate stage reached after several steps.
  • the culmination of a career: The high point achieved at the end of one’s professional journey.

Translations

  • Spanish: culminación
  • French: aboutissement
  • German: Höhepunkt
  • Russian: кульминация

Related Words

  • culminate: To reach a point of climax or highest development.
  • culminating: Leading to a climax or high point.
  • culminable: Able to reach a peak or climax.

Slang Meanings of culmination

  • Meaning: The big finale or grand conclusion.

    Example Sentence: This concert is the culmination of the summer series, and it’s going to be epic!

  • Meaning: The peak moment in a situation or event.

    Example Sentence: Her speech was the culmination of a dramatic debate that lasted for hours.