Vocabulary Spotlight

Acme

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The highest point of achievement or development; the peak or zenith.

“Winning the championship was the acme of her athletic career.”

Pronunciation

[AK-mee]

Synonyms, Antonyms & Related Words

Synonyms

Peak
Zenith
Summit
Pinnacle
Apex

Antonyms

Bottom
Low point
Base
Depth
Nadir

Related Words

Culmination
Apex
Climax

Word Origin

“Acme” originates from the Greek word “akmē,” meaning “highest point.”

Word Family

Noun: Acme – The pinnacle or highest point of something.

Related: Apex – The top or highest part of something.

Mnemonics

Think “A Climb to the Highest Point” – Acme represents the peak or zenith.

Industry-specific Usage

Business

Acme may describe the peak of a company’s performance or growth.

Literature

In literature, acme can symbolize a character’s ultimate goal or highest achievement.

Medicine

In medicine, the acme of an illness refers to its peak stage, where symptoms are most intense.

In Context

Acme is often used to describe the pinnacle or highest level of achievement in various fields, marking a point of excellence or culmination.

Vocabulary Challenges

1. What is a synonym for “Acme”?

Peak
Base
Depth
Bottom

‘Peak’ is correct as it represents the highest point or level.

2. Fill in the blank: After years of hard work, the scientist reached the _______ of her career with her breakthrough discovery.

nadir
acme
base
depth

‘Acme’ is correct as it refers to the pinnacle or highest point of achievement.

3. In which context would “acme” be MOST appropriate?

Starting a new project
Facing a setback
Achieving the highest award
Experiencing a decline

‘Achieving the highest award’ is correct, as acme represents reaching the peak or zenith of success.