pinnacle
Pronunciation: [ˈpɪn.ɪ.kəl]
Word
Context: “achievement”
(noun) the highest point of something, often used to talk about reaching the top of a goal or success. Imagine climbing a mountain; when you reach the top, that's your pinnacle.
Example
Winning the championship was the pinnacle of her sports career.
Example
Although he tried hard, he never reached the pinnacle of success in his field.
Example
What do you think is the pinnacle of your achievements so far?
Context: “geography”
(noun) a high, pointed piece of rock or mountain. It's like the tip of a pyramid, standing tall above everything else.
Example
The climbers finally reached the pinnacle of the mountain.
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The valley was beautiful, but it had no visible pinnacles in sight.
Example
How high is the pinnacle of that mountain compared to the others?
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