pinnacle
Translation
pinnacle, peak, summit, acme
Examples
He reached the pinnacle of his career.
He reached the pinnacle of his career.
The castle had many tall pinnacles.
The castle had many tall pinnacles.
Grammar Patterns
the pinnacle of ((sth.)) the highest point of (sth.) He reached the pinnacle of his career.
a pinnacle (architectural) a tall, pointed structure on a building The castle had many tall pinnacles.
Similar Words
Synonyms: peak, summit, apex; Antonyms: nadir, bottom
Etymology
From Latin 'pinna' meaning 'feather' or 'battlement', suggesting a high point.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'pin' placed at the very 'peak' of a mountain.