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Wordabulary

zenith

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Noun C2 Mastery

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The highest point of success or achievement that something reaches.

"The band's tour reached its zenith with a sold-out concert in London."

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Usage notes

"Zenith" originally described the point in the sky directly above an observer; its opposite, "nadir," is now equally common in figurative use.

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Which word fits the gap? "The band's tour reached its _____ with a sold-out concert in London."

Answer: zenith

In your own words, what does "zenith" mean?

The highest point of success or achievement that something reaches.

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