Vertices — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈvər-ˌteks/ ver·tex

Meaning & Definition of Vertices

Vertices (noun)

  1. the top of the head
  2. the point opposite to and farthest from the base in a figure
  3. a point (as of an angle, polygon, polyhedron, graph, or network) that terminates a line or curve or comprises the intersection of two or more lines or curves

Vertices (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the highest point

    "Once you reach the vertex of the mountain, the remainder of the route is all downhill."

    similar: extremes, extremities, tips, acmes, apexes, 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, blooms, blossoms, flood tides, flowers, glories, heydays, primes, caps, ceilings, roofs, highlights, highs, highspots
    opposite: abysses, bases, feet, minima, bottoms, nadirs, rock bottoms

Related Entry: Vertex (noun)

Vertex is a different word from Vertices. The synonyms below are for vertex, not for vertices.

  1. the highest point

    "Once you reach the vertex of the mountain, the remainder of the route is all downhill."

    similar: extreme, extremity, tip, acme, apex, 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, bloom, blossom, flood tide, flower, glory, heyday, prime, cap, ceiling, roof, high, highlight, highspot
    opposite: abyss, base, foot, minimum, bottom, nadir, rock bottom

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vertices

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vertices:

extremes, extremities, tips, acmes, apexes, 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, blooms, blossoms, flood tides, flowers, glories, heydays, primes, caps, ceilings, roofs, highlights, highs, highspots

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Vertices

Words with the opposite meaning of Vertices:

abysses, bases, feet, minima, bottoms, nadirs, rock bottoms

Word Forms of Vertices

Inflections: vertexes

Origin & Etymology of Vertices

Middle English, top of the head, from Latin vertic-, vertex, vortic-, vortex whirl, whirlpool, top of the head, summit, from vertere to turn

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Vertices

What does "Vertices" mean?

"Vertices" means the top of the head. As a noun, it is defined as: the top of the head.

What is another word for "Vertices"?

Other words for "Vertices" include extremes, extremities, tips, acmes, apexes, apogees, capstones and climaxes. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vertices" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vertices"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vertices". Common alternatives include extremes, extremities, tips, acmes, apexes, apogees, capstones, climaxes, crescendos and crests.

What is the opposite of "Vertices"?

Antonyms of "Vertices" include abysses, bases, feet, minima, bottoms, nadirs and rock bottoms.

How do you use "Vertices" in a sentence?

Examples of "Vertices" in a sentence: "Once you reach the vertex of the mountain, the remainder of the route is all downhill.".

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

"Vertices" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Vertices"?

"Vertices" is pronounced /ˈvər-ˌteks/ and divided into syllables as ver·tex.

What is the origin of the word "Vertices"?

"Vertices" comes from Middle English, top of the head, from Latin vertic-, vertex, vortic-, vortex whirl, whirlpool, top of the head, summit, from vertere to turn. First known use: 14th century.