Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fever-pitch
noun
/ˈfiːvər pɪtʃ/
Definition
A state of intense excitement or enthusiasm.
Examples
- As the concert approached, the crowd’s excitement reached a fever-pitch.
- The debate was full of passion, and the arguments were made at a fever-pitch.
- With the game’s final moments unfolding, the audience was in a fever-pitch of anticipation.
Meaning
Fever-pitch describes the peak level of excitement or agitation, often associated with heightened emotions in a crowd or individual.
Synonyms
- climax
- height
- peak
- apex
- zenith
