apex

• Substantivo que designa o ponto mais alto, o topo ou o auge de algo, como uma montanha, uma construção ou um conceito abstrato como sucesso ou realização.

A noun referring to the highest point, peak, or culmination of something, such as a mountain, a structure, or an abstract concept like success or achievement.

1. Highest point or peakB2formal

   The top or highest part of something, especially a mountain or structure.

   Ápice

   • The climbers finally reached the apex of the mountain.
   • The apex of the pyramid is visible from miles away.
   • The building's apex was decorated with a golden statue.

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2. Climax or culminationB2formal

   The highest point of achievement, development, or success.

   Auge

   • Winning the championship was the apex of his career.
   • The company reached its apex in the 1990s.
   • Her performance was the apex of the entire show.

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3. Anatomical termC1formalmedical

   The tip or pointed end of an organ or structure in the body.

   Ápice

   • The apex of the heart is located near the left lung.
   • The dentist examined the apex of the tooth root.
   • The apex of the lung is the uppermost part.

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