Synonyms for

Culmination

Verb / ˌkʌlmʌˈneɪʃʌn / Another word for culmination — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The highest or final point of something, especially as attained after a long time.

Synonyms & similar words

apogee closing mopup completion windup climax climax peak zenith apex summit conclusion finale ending termination completion closure resolution end result outcome consequence fruit product

Synonyms by register

Formal

climax pinnacle zenith acme

Informal

peak high point end point finish

Literary

apogee summit crest

Antonyms

beginning start origin commencement inception outset genesis

Common collocations

  • the culmination of
  • culmination of efforts
  • culmination of a career
  • culmination of a process
  • culmination of success
  • culmination of a dream

Word family

noun culmination
verb culminate

Usage note

Culmination refers to the highest point or final result of a process or development. It is often used in formal contexts to describe the peak of achievement or a significant event.

Example sentences

  1. The culmination of the game was the final goal that won the championship.
  2. The culmination of my studies was the graduation ceremony.
  3. The culmination of our hard work was the successful launch of the new product.
  4. The culmination of the play was the dramatic finale.
  5. The culmination of our trip was reaching the summit of the mountain.

Quotes

  • Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream. - Marlon Wayans
  • Laughter is the culmination of tears. - Minnie Maddern Fiske
  • The culmination of art is the art object. - Robert Smithson

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