pinnacle
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for pinnacle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The highest point of achievement or success.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use pinnacle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pinnacle of success
reach the pinnacle
the pinnacle of one's career
Etymology
From Latin pinna, "a point or peak," the same root that gives English "pin."
Full origin of pinnacle →Frequently asked questions
What does “pinnacle” mean?
The word “pinnacle” means the highest point of achievement or success. In plain terms, the very top or highest point — of a mountain, a building, or someone's career.
How do you pronounce “pinnacle”?
“Pinnacle” is pronounced PIH-nuh-kuhl (/ˈpɪnəkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “pinnacle” in a sentence?
Here is “pinnacle” used in a sentence: “Winning the championship was the pinnacle of her career.”
What part of speech is “pinnacle”?
“Pinnacle” is a noun.
Where does the word “pinnacle” come from?
The word “pinnacle” comes from Latin. From Latin pinna, "a point or peak," the same root that gives English "pin.".
Is “pinnacle” a common word?
“Pinnacle” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “pinnacle” have?
“Pinnacle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the highest point of achievement or success.
