(n) the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development, Syn. elevation, top, pinnacle, height, tiptop, summit, superlative, peak, meridian, Example:his landscapes were deemed the acme of beauty; the artist's gifts are at their acme; at the height of her career; the peak of perfection; summer was at its peak; ...catapulted Einstein to the pinnacle of fame; the summit of his ambition; so many highest superlatives achieved by man; at the top of his profession
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