Synonyms for

Peaks

Verb / pi:ks / Another word for peaks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The highest point of a mountain or hill.

Synonyms & similar words

meridian topout tiptop bill height tip crest efflorescence blossom elevation flower visor peak heyday vizor summit apex extremum vertex bloom prime bottomout flush crown eyeshade summit crest top heights pinnacle vertex apex mountaintop acme crown tip zenith culmination climax peak mountaintop

Synonyms by register

Formal

summits crests apices pinnacles

Informal

tops high points tips

Literary

crests crowns summits

Antonyms

valleys troughs lows depths bases bottoms

Common collocations

  • mountain peaks
  • snow-capped peaks
  • jagged peaks
  • peaks and valleys
  • peaks of achievement
  • peaks of the range
  • peaks of the mountain

Word family

noun peak
verb peak
adjective peaked

Usage note

As a noun, 'peaks' often refers to the highest points of mountains. As a verb, it means to reach the highest point or level.

Example sentences

  1. The peaks were covered in snow.
  2. The climbers reached the peaks after a long climb.
  3. The eagle soared above the peaks.
  4. The view from the peaks was breathtaking.
  5. The peaks looked majestic in the distance.

Quotes

  • The best view comes after the hardest climb. - Unknown
  • Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. - John Muir
  • The mountains are calling and I must go. - John Muir

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