Synonyms for

Pinnacle

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

Definition

The highest point, peak, or summit of something.

Synonyms & similar words

acme elevation superlative meridian peak height top summit tiptop summit peak top crest apex zenith acme height climax culmination vertex capstone crown head tip mountaintop maximum extreme

Synonyms by register

Formal

zenith acme apex summit

Informal

peak top height best

Literary

crest crown apogee

Antonyms

base bottom nadir low root foundation start

Common collocations

  • the pinnacle of success
  • reached the pinnacle
  • at its pinnacle
  • a pinnacle of achievement
  • the pinnacle of his career
  • a pinnacle of power
  • the very pinnacle

Word family

noun pinnacle

Usage note

Pinnacle refers to the highest point or peak, often used metaphorically for achievement or success. It is generally used in a formal or neutral context.

Example sentences

  1. The climbers finally reached the pinnacle of the mountain.
  2. Winning the championship was the pinnacle of his athletic career.
  3. The castle's pinnacle towered above the rest of the building.
  4. The company's profits reached a pinnacle last year.
  5. The singer's performance at the concert was the pinnacle of her success.

Quotes

  • The pinnacle of beauty is contained in the heart of a loving woman.
  • The pinnacle of human achievement is excellence in one's chosen field.
  • The pinnacle of success is not in being admired, but in inspiring admiration.

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