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.