culminate
/ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5895 in the learning path
最终以……告终；达到高潮
Definitions
v. To reach a final result or highest point after gradual development
最终以……告终；达到高潮
Example
Weeks of rehearsals culminated in a wonderful evening performance.
经过数周排练，大家最终献上了一场精彩的晚间演出。
Years of public consultation culminated in a comprehensive transport plan designed to reduce congestion and improve accessibility.
多年的公众咨询最终促成了一项旨在缓解拥堵、改善交通可达性的综合交通规划。
Collocations
- culminate in success
- culminate in an agreement
- culminate in a celebration
Word family
- culmination (n.)
Usage tip
常用 culminate in＋结果，强调发展后的终点或高潮。
FAQ
- What does culminate mean?
- To reach a final result or highest point after gradual development
- How is culminate pronounced?
- UK /ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/, US /ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
