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nadir

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Noun — The lowest point of something, especially a low point in someone's fortunes or a situation.

How to use nadir

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reach its nadir the nadir of an all-time nadir

Etymology

From Medieval Latin nadir, from Arabic naẓīr as-samt, meaning "counterpart of the zenith."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “nadir” mean?

The word “nadir” means the lowest point of something, especially a low point in someone's fortunes or a situation. In plain terms, the absolute low point of something — the opposite of a peak.

How do you pronounce “nadir”?

“Nadir” is pronounced NAY-deer (/ˈneɪˌdɪɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “nadir” in a sentence?

Here is “nadir” used in a sentence: “The team's humiliating defeat marked the nadir of their season.”

What part of speech is “nadir”?

“Nadir” is a noun.

Where does the word “nadir” come from?

The word “nadir” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin nadir, from Arabic naẓīr as-samt, meaning "counterpart of the zenith.".

How many meanings does “nadir” have?

“Nadir” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the lowest point of something, especially a low point in someone's fortunes or a situation.

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