climax

//ˈklaɪ.mæks//
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Noun

climaxSingular
climaxesPlural
1

The most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the peak or culmination.

The movie reached its climax in the final scene.

2

The final and most exciting event in a series, especially in a story or performance.

The movie builds up to an exciting climax in the final scene.

Verb

climaxInfinitive
climaxPresent tense
climaxedPast tense
climaxedPast participle
climaxingPresent participle
climaxesThird-person singular
1

To reach the most intense or highest point; to culminate.

The concert climaxed with a spectacular fireworks display.

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