Pinnacle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈpi-ni-kəl/ pin·na·cle

Meaning & Definition of Pinnacle

Pinnacle (noun)

  1. an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress
  2. a structure or formation suggesting a pinnacle; specifically, a lofty peak
  3. the highest point of development or achievement, acme

Pinnacle (verb)

  1. to surmount with a pinnacle
  2. to raise or rear on a pinnacle

Pinnacle (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the highest part or point

    "a singer who has reached the pinnacle of success"

    similar: acme, apex, apogee, capstone, climax, crescendo, crest, crown, culmination, head, height, high noon, high-water mark, meridian, ne plus ultra, noon, noontime, peak, 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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pinnacle

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pinnacle:

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

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Pinnacle

Words with the opposite meaning of Pinnacle:

bottom, nadir, rock bottom

Related Words for Pinnacle

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

Near Antonyms of Pinnacle

abyss, base, foot, minimum

Word Forms of Pinnacle

Inflections: pinnacled, pinnacling

Origin & Etymology of Pinnacle

Middle English pinacle, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin pinnaculum small wing, gable, from Latin pinna wing, battlement

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Pinnacle

What does "Pinnacle" mean?

"Pinnacle" means an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: an upright architectural member generally ending in a small spire and used especially in Gothic construction to give weight especially to a buttress.

What is another word for "Pinnacle"?

Other words for "Pinnacle" include acme, apex, apogee, capstone, climax, crescendo, crest and crown. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pinnacle" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pinnacle"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pinnacle". Common alternatives include acme, apex, apogee, capstone, climax, crescendo, crest, crown, culmination and head.

What is the opposite of "Pinnacle"?

Antonyms of "Pinnacle" include bottom, nadir and rock bottom. Near antonyms include abyss, base, foot and minimum.

How do you use "Pinnacle" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pinnacle" in a sentence: "a singer who has reached the pinnacle of success".

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

"Pinnacle" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Pinnacle"?

"Pinnacle" is pronounced /ˈpi-ni-kəl/ and divided into syllables as pin·na·cle.

What is the origin of the word "Pinnacle"?

"Pinnacle" comes from Middle English pinacle, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin pinnaculum small wing, gable, from Latin pinna wing, battlement. First known use: 14th century.