Apexes (noun)

Meaning & Definition of Apexes

the uppermost point, vertex
the narrowed or pointed end, tip
the highest or culminating point

Apexes (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

the highest part or point

"she reached the apex of fame, only to find it wasn't what she expected"

similar: acmes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos, crests, crowns, culminations, heads, heights, high noons, high-water marks, meridians, ne plus ultras, noons, noontimes, peaks, pinnacles, summits, sums, tip-tops, tops, zeniths

related: blooms, blossoms, flood tides, flowers, glories, heydays, primes, caps, ceilings, roofs, extremes, extremities, tips, vertices, highlights, highs, highspots

opposite: bottoms, nadirs, rock bottoms

near: abysses, bases, feet, minima
the last and usually sharp or tapering part of something long and narrow

"the apex of the spear"

similar: cusps, ends, nibs, noses, pike, points, tips

related: pinpoints, prongs, tines, barbs, jags, prickles, snags, spikes, stickers

Related Entry: Apex (noun)

Apex is a different word from Apexes. The synonyms below are for apex, not for apexes.

the highest part or point

"she reached the apex of fame, only to find it wasn't what she expected"

similar: acme, apogee, capstone, climax, crescendo, crest, crown, culmination, head, height, high noon, high-water mark, meridian, ne plus ultra, noon, noontime, peak, pinnacle, sum, summit, tip-top, top, zenith

related: bloom, blossom, flood tide, flower, glory, heyday, prime, cap, ceiling, roof, extreme, extremity, tip, vertex, high, highlight, highspot

opposite: bottom, nadir, rock bottom

near: abyss, base, foot, minimum
the last and usually sharp or tapering part of something long and narrow

"the apex of the spear"

similar: cusp, end, nib, nose, pike, point, tip

related: pinpoint, prong, tine, barb, jag, prickle, snag, spike, sticker

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Apexes

The most common words with a similar meaning to Apexes:

acmes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos, crests, crowns, culminations, heads, heights, high noons, high-water marks, meridians, ne plus ultras, noons, noontimes, peaks, pinnacles, summits, sums, tip-tops, tops, zeniths, cusps, ends, nibs, noses, pike, points, tips

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Apexes

Words with the opposite meaning of Apexes:

bottoms, nadirs, rock bottoms

Related Words for Apexes

blooms, blossoms, flood tides, flowers, glories, heydays, primes, caps, ceilings, roofs, extremes, extremities, vertices, highlights, highs, highspots, pinpoints, prongs, tines, barbs, jags, prickles, snags, spikes, stickers

Near Antonyms of Apexes

abysses, bases, feet, minima

Word Forms of Apexes

Inflections: apices

Origin & Etymology of Apexes

Latin

First known use: 1590

Frequently Asked Questions about Apexes

What does "Apexes" mean?

"Apexes" means the uppermost point, vertex. As a noun, it is defined as: the uppermost point, vertex. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Apexes"?

Other words for "Apexes" include acmes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos, crests, crowns and culminations. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Apexes" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Apexes"?

There are 55 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Apexes". Common alternatives include acmes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos, crests, crowns, culminations, heads and heights.

What is the opposite of "Apexes"?

Antonyms of "Apexes" include bottoms, nadirs and rock bottoms. Near antonyms include abysses, bases, feet and minima.

How do you use "Apexes" in a sentence?

Examples of "Apexes" in a sentence: "she reached the apex of fame, only to find it wasn't what she expected"; "the apex of the spear".

Is "Apexes" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Apexes" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Apexes"?

"Apexes" is pronounced /ˈā-ˌpeks/.

What is the origin of the word "Apexes"?

"Apexes" comes from Latin. First known use: 1590.