Acme

usgb/ˈækmi/
noun

The highest point or peak of something.

His acceptance into Harvard was the acme of his academic career.
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Often appears as...

  • reached the acme
  • acme of perfection
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Metaphorical Peak

Usually describes the highest achievement, not a physical place.

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Winning the Nobel Prize was the acme of his scientific endeavors.
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Personal Best

Often relates to personal achievements or career milestones.

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Becoming a chef was her acme, surpassing all earlier aspirations.
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Figurative Use

Can be used more broadly for excellence in any context.

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This artwork represents the acme of the Renaissance period.
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