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DictionaryacmeHighest point
noun

acme

AK-mee/ˈækmi/

The highest point of achievement, development, or excellence.

The finely finished vase represents the acme of the potter's developing craft.

Three stages of a potters craft culminate in one finely finished vase on the highest small display step; highest or most perfect stage clear.
Etymology
acmeGreekpoint, peak, prime

Greek akmē could mean both a physical point or peak and the prime of life. That connection makes an acme the figurative summit where something reaches its fullest excellence.

In context

Ligonier Ministries0:36
the crucifixion we reach the zenith of the work of Christ, the acme, the high point of the mission He was sent to accomplish.
Crucifixion: What Did Jesus Do? - Understanding the Work of Christ with R.C. Sproul

More examples

  • The palace represented the acme of royal luxury.
  • At its acme, the movement attracted thousands of supporters.
  • For him, the concert was the acme of artistic achievement.

Forms

acme · acmes

Similar words

peak
Can name a literal summit as well as achievement.
pinnacle
Emphasizes a lofty position reached through exceptional success.