apices

[ˈeɪpɪsiːz]

apices Definition

• 1. the highest point or top of something, especially forming a point
• 2. the pointed end of an object

Using apices: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "apices" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The apices of the mountains were covered in snow.

• Example

  The apices of the trees reached towards the sky.

• Example

  The apices of the roof tiles were damaged in the storm.

• Example

  The apices of the pencils were sharpened to a fine point.

apices Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for apices

• summit
• peak
• top
• crown
• crest

Antonyms for apices

• base
• bottom

Phrases with apices

• apex predator

  a predator at the top of a food chain, not preyed upon by any other animal

  Example

  Lions are considered apex predators in many African ecosystems.

• apex of power

  the highest point of political or military power

  Example

  The country was at the apex of its power during the reign of the emperor.

• apex court

  the highest court in a country or jurisdiction

  Example

  The Supreme Court is the apex court in the United States.

Origins of apices

from Latin 'apex', meaning 'summit'

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Summary: apices in Brief

'Apices' [ˈeɪpɪsiːz] refers to the highest point or top of something, often forming a point. It can refer to natural features like mountains and trees, or man-made objects like pencils and roof tiles. Phrases like 'apex predator' and 'apex court' use 'apex' to denote the highest point of a hierarchy or system. 'Apices' has synonyms like 'summit' and 'peak,' and antonyms like 'base' and 'bottom.'