climax
/ˈklaɪmæks/
CEFR level B2Topic ArtsWord #3799 in the learning path
高潮；最精彩的部分
Definitions
n. The most exciting or important point of an event
高潮；最精彩的部分
v. Reach the most exciting or important point
达到高潮
Example
The concert reached its climax when the whole choir joined.
整个合唱团加入演唱时，音乐会达到了高潮。
The film reaches its climax when the community unites to protect the forest from destruction.
当社区居民团结起来保护森林免遭破坏时，影片达到了高潮。
Collocations
- reach a climax
- a dramatic climax
- climax with
Word family
- climactic (adj.)
- anticlimax (n.)
Synonyms
- peak
- high point
- culmination
Antonyms
- anticlimax
Usage tip
climactic指高潮的；别与climatic（气候的）混淆。
FAQ
- What does climax mean?
- The most exciting or important point of an event Reach the most exciting or important point
- How is climax pronounced?
- UK /ˈklaɪmæks/, US /ˈklaɪmæks/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
