Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anticlimax

noun

/ˌan.tiˈklaɪ.mæks/

Definition

A disappointing or unexciting conclusion to a series of events or a narrative.

Examples

The film’s anticlimax left the audience feeling unsatisfied after the buildup.
After all the hype about the concert, the actual performance was an anticlimax.
His long speech promised great revelations, but it turned out to be an anticlimax.

Meaning

Anticlimax refers to a moment that is meant to build expectation but instead falls flat, resulting in a letdown. It often occurs when the outcome is less significant than what was anticipated.