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climax

[ˈklaɪ.mæks]

climax Definition

the most exciting or important part of a story, event, or situation, usually near the end.

Using climax: Examples

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

  • Example

    The climax of the movie was when the hero saved the day.

  • Example

    The climax of the concert was the encore performance.

  • Example

    The climax of the game was when the home team scored the winning goal.

climax Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for climax

Antonyms for climax

  • anti-climax
  • nadir

Idioms Using climax

  • to reach the most exciting or important part of a story, event, or situation

    Example

    The tension reached a climax when the villain was finally caught.

  • the highest point of success in one's professional life

    Example

    Winning the Nobel Prize was the climax of her career as a scientist.

  • the most important or exciting game or event of a sports season

    Example

    The Super Bowl is the climax of the football season.

Phrases with climax

  • the peak of sexual excitement during sexual activity

    Example

    The couple reached sexual climax at the same time.

  • a stable, self-perpetuating community of plants and animals that has reached equilibrium with its environment

    Example

    The climax community of this region is a dense forest.

  • the dominant vegetation in a climax community

    Example

    The climax vegetation of this region is a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees.

Origins of climax

from Greek 'klimax', meaning 'ladder'

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Summary: climax in Brief

The term 'climax' [ˈklaɪ.mæks] refers to the most exciting or important part of a story, event, or situation, usually near the end. It can be used in various contexts such as movies, concerts, and games. 'Climax' also extends into phrases like 'reach a climax,' and idioms like 'climax of one's career,' denoting the highest point of success in one's professional life.