Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apogee
noun
/ˈæp.ə.dʒi/
Definition
the point in the orbit of the moon or a satellite at which it is furthest from the Earth.
Examples
- The satellite reached its apogee after several hours of flight.
- During its apogee, the moon appears smaller in the sky.
- The spacecraft experienced challenges when approaching the apogee of its orbit.
Meaning
Apogee refers to the farthest point in the orbit of an object around the Earth. In astronomy, it is commonly used to describe the distance of satellites from the Earth.
Synonyms
- zenith
- culmination
- peak
