26984 words

climax

6 definitions • 6 examples
1
the most important or exciting point in a story or situation, especially when this happens near the end:

Examples:

The climax of the air show was a daring flying display.
The election campaign reaches its climax next week.
2
the highest point of sexual pleasure
3
to reach the most important or exciting part:

Examples:

The show climaxed with all the performers singing on stage together.
The Olympics climaxed in a spectacular closing ceremony.
4
to reach the highest point of sexual pleasure
5
the most important or exciting part in the development of a story or situation, which usually happens near the end:

Examples:

The novel built to a shattering climax, leaving me breathless.
6
to reach the greatest point or level of activity:

Examples:

A late season hurricane on October 17-18 climaxed the very active hurricane season of 1950.

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