extreme point

• Der äußerste oder entfernteste Punkt, das Ende oder die Grenze von etwas; häufig in Mathematik, Geographie oder abstrakten Kontexten verwendet, um den höchsten Grad oder die äußerste Lage zu bezeichnen.

The farthest or most extreme limit, end, or boundary of something, often used in mathematics, geography, or abstract contexts to denote the maximum degree or terminal location.

1. Farthest or highest limitB2formal

   The most distant or highest point of something; the ultimate limit.

   Äußerster Punkt

   • The explorers reached the extreme point of the mountain range.
   • This is the extreme point of the peninsula.
   • The temperature reached an extreme point during the heatwave.

2. Critical or decisive momentC1formal

   A point in a process or situation where a significant change or decision occurs.

   entscheidender Moment

   • The negotiations reached an extreme point where a compromise was necessary.
   • The crisis hit an extreme point before the rescue team arrived.
   • The extreme point of the debate was when the final vote was cast.