Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Climax.
How to pronounce climax:
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Climax - as a noun
The highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding
Example: "The climax of the artist's career"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
flood tideThe decisive moment in a novel or play
Example: "The deathbed scene is the climax of the play"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
culmination15The moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coming11sexual climaxHypernyms (Closely Related)
consummation18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The most severe stage of a disease
Arrangement of clauses in ascending order of forcefulness
Climax - as a verb
End, especially to reach a final or climactic stage
Example: "The meeting culminated in a tearful embrace"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
culminate13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cease7end4finish12stop6terminate11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The play built up to a thrilling climax, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats."
"The movie had a surprising climax that no one saw coming."
"The story reached its climax when the hero finally defeated the villain."
"The concert's climax was an incredible guitar solo that brought the crowd to their feet."
"The fireworks show ended with a stunning climax of bright colors and loud pops."
Word Game Points
Is CLIMAX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, climax is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CLIMAX has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is CLIMAX a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, climax is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCLIMAX has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is CLIMAX a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, climax is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCLIMAX has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
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