mountaintop

[ˈmaʊntənˌtɑp]

mountaintop Definition

the highest part or summit of a mountain.

Using mountaintop: Examples

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

  • Example

    The mountaintop was covered in snow.

  • Example

    We finally reached the mountaintop after hours of hiking.

  • Example

    The view from the mountaintop was breathtaking.

mountaintop Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mountaintop

Phrases with mountaintop

  • to be at the highest point of a mountain

    Example

    After a long climb, we finally stood on top of the mountaintop.

  • to achieve a great success or goal

    Example

    After years of hard work, she finally reached the mountaintop of her career.

  • a perspective or viewpoint that is elevated and broad

    Example

    Looking at the situation from the mountaintop, it's clear that we need to take a different approach.

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Summary: mountaintop in Brief

'Mountaintop' [ˈmaʊntənˌtɑp] refers to the highest part or summit of a mountain. It is often used to describe the physical location, such as 'The mountaintop was covered in snow,' or to express achievement, as in 'After years of hard work, she finally reached the mountaintop of her career.' The phrase 'on top of the mountaintop' denotes being at the highest point, while 'from the mountaintop' implies an elevated and broad perspective.

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