Acme
11 synonyms and 1 antonym for Acme, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The highest point of achievement or development; the peak.
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How to use Acme
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the acme of perfection
reach the acme
Etymology
From the Ancient Greek word akme, meaning "point" or "peak." The word later became a popular generic company name, most famously in Looney Tunes cartoons.
Full origin of Acme →Frequently asked questions
What does “Acme” mean?
The word “Acme” means the highest point of achievement or development; the peak. In plain terms, the very top or best point of something.
How do you pronounce “Acme”?
“Acme” is pronounced AK-mee (/ˈækmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Acme” in a sentence?
Here is “Acme” used in a sentence: “The performance was the acme of her career.”
What part of speech is “Acme”?
“Acme” is a noun.
Where does the word “Acme” come from?
The word “Acme” comes from Ancient Greek. From the Ancient Greek word akme, meaning "point" or "peak." The word later became a popular generic company name, most famously in Looney Tunes cartoons.
