Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
climactic-event
noun
/klaɪˈmæktɪk ɪˈvɛnt/
Definition
A climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of something, and a climactic event is the moment in a story or situation that represents the highest point of drama or conflict.
Examples
- The final battle between the hero and villain was the climactic event of the novel.
- The climactic event in the movie left the audience breathless with excitement.
- The wedding scene served as the climactic event for the romantic drama.
Meaning
A climactic event is typically the moment where everything comes to a head and the main conflict reaches its peak.
Synonyms
- crescendo
- peak
- high point
- turning point
