summit
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The highest point of a mountain, or an official meeting between heads of state or top leaders.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Summit" is also used for high-level political meetings, as in a "climate summit," a sense unrelated to mountains.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "They reached the _____ just as the clouds began to clear."
Answer: summit
In your own words, what does "summit" mean?
The highest point of a mountain, or an official meeting between heads of state or top leaders.
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