apogee

/ə'poudʤi:/

Thân thiện

The satellite reaches its apogee as it travels along its elliptical path far above the planet.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) around Earth where it is farthest from Earth: In astronomy, "apogee" specifically refers to the orbital position of maximum distance from Earth.
   • The highest or most distant point; the climax or culmination: Figuratively, "apogee" describes the peak, zenith, or most successful point in development or intensity.

Usage Examples

• Astronomical meaning: The satellite's signal is weakest at its apogee.Scientists calculated the moon's apogee for the month.

• Figurative meaning (peak or culmination): The artist's career reached its apogee with that celebrated exhibition.The empire was at its apogee during that peaceful and prosperous century.

Advanced Usage

• "to reach its apogee": to attain its highest point or climax.

Variants and Related Words

• Perigee (n): The antonym in astronomy; the point in an orbit nearest to Earth.

Synonyms

• Apex: The top or highest part.
• Zenith: The highest point reached by a celestial or other object; the peak of success.
• Culmination: The highest or climactic point of something.
• Acme: The point at which someone or something is best, perfect, or most successful.
• Pinnacle: The most successful point; the culmination.

Antonyms

• Perigee: (Astronomy) The point nearest to Earth.
• Nadir: The lowest or most unsuccessful point.

Related Phrases/Idioms

• At the apogee of: At the highest point of.

Học thuật

Noun

1. apoapsis in Earth orbit; the point in its orbit where a satellite is at the greatest distance from the Earth
2. a final climactic stage
   • their achievements stand as a culmination of centuries of development

Từ đồng nghĩa

• culmination