climax

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/ˈklaɪmæks/ English

Definitions

noun

(originally rhetorical) A rhetorical device in which a series is arranged in ascending order.
An instance of such an ascending series.
The culmination of a narrative's rising action, the turning point.
(now commonly) A culmination or acme: the last term in an ascending series, particularly:

verb

To reach or bring to a climax.
To orgasm; to reach orgasm.

Related words

Synonyms

auxesis catacosmesis incrementum coming culminate culmination orgasm flood tide sexual climax highlight completion heyday forte strength height pinnacle peak upsurge

Antonyms

Associated

molybdenum coda lotus heavyweight jump vegetation melody finale locomotive scene blues shot

Rhymes

relax parallax syntax ajax flax wax axe drawbacks knickknacks tracks

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