Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

climax

noun

ˈklaɪ.mæks

Definition

The most intense, exciting, or important point of something.

Examples

The climax of the book left readers on the edge of their seats.
In the play, the climax occurs when the main character confronts their greatest fear.
The climax of the concert was the performance of the hit song.

Meaning

In literature, climax refers to the turning point in a story where the tension reaches its highest point. It can also refer to the peak of a sequence of events in various contexts.