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    Apogeo (en. Apogee)

    /apoˈxe.o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The culmination or highest point of a process, period, or state.
    The peak of his career came with the premiere of his latest film.
    El apogeo de su carrera llegó con el estreno de su última película.
    In astronomy, the point in the orbit of a celestial body where it is farthest from the Earth.
    The satellite reached its apogee in its orbital trajectory.
    El satélite alcanzó su apogeo en su trayectoria orbital.
    In a figurative context, the moment of greatest success or popularity of a person or thing.
    The band reached its peak in the 90s.
    La banda alcanzó su apogeo en los años 90.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'apogeion', which means 'away from the earth' or 'far from the earth.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be at its peak
    To be at the moment of greatest success or performance.
    estar en su apogeo
    to reach the peak
    To reach the highest or culminating point of something.
    alcanzar el apogeo

    Related Words

    culmination
    The act of reaching a maximum point.
    culminación
    zenith
    The highest point in the sky, associated with a state of splendor.
    zenit
    climax
    The most intense or exciting moment of an event.
    clímax

    Slang Meanings

    Moments of great success and enjoyment.
    When they were on tour, the group experienced its peak.
    Cuando estuvo de gira, el grupo vivió su apogeo.
    The best moment of a party or event.
    The party reached its peak when the live music started.
    La fiesta alcanzó su apogeo cuando comenzó la música en vivo.