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    Zenith

    /ˈziː.nəθ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The highest point reached by a celestial or other object.
    At midnight, the stars were at their zenith, illuminating the night sky.
    The time at which something is most powerful or successful.
    The company reached its zenith in the early 2000s, dominating the market.
    A peak or higher point.
    Her career reached its zenith when she won the prestigious award for best actress.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'cenith', from Old French 'cenith', from Arabic 'samt', meaning 'direction' or 'path'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    reach the zenith:
    To attain the highest point of achievement or success.
    zenith of one's career:
    The peak point in one's professional life.

    Related Words

    nadir
    The lowest point, opposite of zenith.
    apex
    The top or highest part of something.

    Slang Meanings

    The peak or ultimate level of something (often used informally).
    That party was the zenith of fun last summer!
    An extreme good situation or event.
    Her performance was the zenith; everyone was blown away!