Akme (en. Acme)

/ˈakme/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The highest level of something or the peak of success.
The band's new album reached the acme of their career.
Ang bagong album ng banda ay umabot sa akme ng kanilang karera.
A point at which something is in the best condition or state.
His talent in art is at its acme at the moment.
Nasa akme ang kanyang talento sa sining sa kasalukuyang panahon.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'acme' meaning the highest point or peak.

Common Phrases and Expressions

acme of success
The highest level of success that can be achieved.
akme ng tagumpay
reached the acme
Attained the highest level or degree of success.
naabot ang akme

Related Words

success
The state of being successful or achieving goals.
tagumpay
fame
The level of being known or popular in a particular field.
kasikatan

Slang Meanings

to insert oneself, to take over
I thought she would take my place, but she just inserted herself.
Akala ko siya na yung papalit sa akin, akme lang siya.
to meddle, to intervene
It doesn’t seem like that’s her job, she’s just meddling in the conversation.
Parang hindi naman niya trabaho yan, akme lang siya sa usapan.
to gossip, to chat
Whenever there's gossip, there she is again.
Basta may tsismis, ayun akme na naman siya.