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apex (verb)

To reach the highest point, peak, or climax of a movement or process. In technical contexts like racing, it refers to the act of reaching the innermost point of a curve or the highest point of a trajectory.

💬 Example

"The hiker felt a sense of accomplishment as he began to apex the final ridge of the mountain."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of the 'A' in Apex as a mountain peak. The top point of the 'A' is the apex. When you reach that point, you have a...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
peak culminate climax top out crest
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'apex' as a verb for staying at the top. → Being at the apex.

Adding 'to' after apex in racing. → Apex the corner.

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