Synonyms

culminating

American

[kuhl-muh-ney-ting] / ˈkʌl məˌneɪ tɪŋ /

adjective

being or nearing the highest point or final stage.

The mountain, which rises to 1,125 meters, is the culminating point of the Luberon mountain range.
All students are required to participate in a capstone course that serves as the culminating experience of the degree.

Other Word Forms

nonculminating adjective

Etymology

Origin of culminating

First recorded in 1660–70; culminat(e) ( def. ) + -ing ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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How it all unraveled, culminating in FBI raids on the superintendent.

From Los Angeles Times

The film’s big ending — where Andie finds Blane alone and ashamed at prom and decides to take him back, culminating in their final kiss — wasn’t part of the final script.

From Salon

Kasper Schmeichel, 39, has been under intense scrutiny after a series of errors, culminating in last week's slack performance in the home defeat by Stuttgart.

From BBC

Throughout the term, each team completes 10 assignments together, culminating in a team-based final project.

From The Wall Street Journal

With exhilarating charisma, stage energy and impassioned lyrics, Senegalese musician Sahad has created a unique body of work from a kaleidoscope of influences, culminating in his new pan-African album.

From Barron's

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