culmination
[ˌkʌl.mɪnˈeɪ.ʃən]
[ˌkʌlməˈneɪʃən]
A culmination is when all the parts come together and reach their peak or final point. This could be a great moment for someone, like winning an award.
The word 'culmination' can sound a bit formal, but it's actually used quite naturally in everyday life. For example, you might hear about the culmination of years of hard work when someone finally achieves their dream job, or get excited about the culmination of a long road trip to reach your destination after days on the move.
How common is "culmination"?
Word culmination is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
The attainment of the highest point of altitude reached by a heavenly body; passage across the meridian; transit.
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