climax
//ˈklaɪ.mæks//
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.
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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.