acme
ˈækmi
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Definition of acme - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
paragonperson or thing representing the highest quality
  • He is the acme of professionalism in the industry.
apex pinnacle zenith
2.
culminationthe most developed stage of a process
  • The acme of the project was its successful launch.
peak pinnacle zenith
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the highest point of excellence or quality
Her performance was the acme of perfection.

Origin of acme

Greek, akmē (highest point)

Examples of acme in a sentence

  • The acme of culinary skills was evident in the chef's dish.
  • Reaching the acme of his career, he retired.
  • The acme of her art was displayed in the gallery.

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  1. French:apogée, point culminant, ...
  2. German:Nonplusultra, Höhepunkt, ...
  3. Italian:apice, vertice, ...
  4. Spanish:acmé, culmen, ...
  5. Portuguese:ápice, ...
  6. Chinese:典范, 顶点, ...
  7. Japanese:極致, ...
  8. Arabic:ذِرْوَة, قِمَّة, ...
  9. Hebrew:שִׂיא, ...
  10. Russian:вершина, кульминация, ...
  11. Ukrainian:взірець, кульмінація, ...
  12. Hindi:उत्कृष्टता की मिसाल, चरम, ...
Acme
ˈækmi

Definition of Acme - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
geographyvillage in Kneehill County, Alberta, Canada
  • Acme is a small village in Alberta.
community hamlet settlement
2.
WashingtonUScensus-designated place in Washington, USAUS
  • Acme is a small community in Washington.
locality region
3.
OklahomaRareUSghost town in Oklahoma, USARareUS
  • Acme is now a ghost town in Oklahoma.
ghost town
4.
MichiganRareUStownship in Michigan, USARareUS
  • Acme Township is in Grand Traverse County.
municipality township
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Origin of Acme

Greek, akmē (highest point)

Examples of Acme in a sentence

  • Many tourists visit Acme for its scenic views.
  • The population of Acme has been growing steadily.
  • Acme was once a bustling town in Oklahoma.
  • Tourists visit Acme to explore its ghostly remains.
  • Acme is known for its beautiful landscapes.
  • The annual festival in Acme attracts many visitors.

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  1. French:Acme, commune d'Acme, ...
  2. German:Acme, ...
  3. Italian:Acme, Acme Township, ...
  4. Spanish:Acme, ...
  5. Portuguese:Acme, localidade designada pelo censo no estado de Washington, ...
  6. Chinese:艾克米, 阿克米, ...
  7. Japanese:アクメ, ...
  8. Arabic:أَكْمِي, بلدة أكمي, ...
  9. Hebrew:אַקְמִי, עֲיֶירֶת אָקְמִי, ...
  10. Russian:Акме, Акми, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Ейкмі, Акме, ...
  12. Hindi:एक्मे, ...
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