apices

The triangle's three apices are clearly marked with small dots.

Definition

1. Noun (plural form of ):
   • The highest point or tip: "apices" refers to the topmost or culminating points of something, such as a geometric shape, an object, or a metaphorical peak.
   • In astronomy: The point in the sky toward which the solar system appears to be moving (the solar apex); the plural "apices" is used to denote multiple such points.

Usage Examples

• (The highest points or tips of the triangles.)
• (The points toward which stars move.)
• (The tips of the leaves.)

Advanced Usage

• "apices of power": metaphorical use to describe the highest levels of authority or influence.

  • The apices of government are often inaccessible to ordinary citizens. (The highest levels of power.)

• "apices of a pyramid": in geometry, the plural form is used when referring to multiple pyramids or a single pyramid with multiple apex points.

  • The apices of the two pyramids aligned perfectly. (The top points of the pyramids.)

Variants and Related Words

• Apex (noun, singular): the highest point.

  • The apex of the mountain was covered in snow. (The highest point.)

• Apexes (noun, plural): an alternative plural form of apex.

  • The apexes of the structures were visible from afar. (The highest points.)

Synonyms

• Tips: the pointed or rounded ends of something.
• Peaks: the highest points, especially of mountains or curves.
• Culminations: the highest or climactic points of something.

Related Idioms

• At the apex of one's career: at the highest point of professional success.

  • She was at the apex of her career when she won the award. (The highest point.)

• The apex of a triangle: a common geometric reference.

  • The apices of the triangle are where the sides meet. (The corners or tips.)