Atop

/əˈtɒp/

Meaning & Definition

preposition

On the top of; upon.

The cat sat atop the fence, watching the birds.

In a position of dominance; above in rank or status.

She stood atop the podium, holding her trophy high.

Located or positioned on top of something.

The book was placed atop the stack of magazines.

Middle English, from at + top.

atop the world

Feeling extremely happy or successful.

atop a hill

Located at the highest point of a hill.

top

The uppermost or highest part of something.

summit

The highest point of a hill or mountain.