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culminate

/ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/
verb
  1. Of a heavenly body, to be at the highest point, reach its greatest altitude.

  2. To reach the (physical) summit, highest point, peak etc.

    Similar: peak

  3. To reach a climax; to come to the decisive point (especially as an end or conclusion).

    "The class will culminate with a rigorous examination."

Synonymspeak
adjective
  1. Relating to the culmen

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