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DictionaryapogeeHighest point
noun

apogee

AP-uh-jee/ˈæpədʒiː/

The highest point or most successful stage.

The climber reaches the apogee of her ascent.

A climber celebrates on a rocky summit above lower ridges.
Etymology
apogaionGreekaway from the earth

The moon's farthest point from earth became a figurative name for a peak or culmination.

More examples

  • The award marks the apogee of his career.
  • The movement reached its apogee that summer.

Forms

apogee

Similar words

peak
Names a highest point in ordinary language.
zenith
Suggests the greatest height of success or influence.