Meaning of the word zenith in English

What does zenith mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

zenith

US /ˈziː.nɪθ/
UK /ˈzen.ɪθ/
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Noun

1.

the time at which something is most powerful or successful

Example:
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The Roman Empire reached its zenith in the 2nd century AD.
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Her career reached its zenith when she won the Oscar.
2.

the point in the sky or celestial sphere directly above an observer

Example:
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At noon, the sun was at its zenith.
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The astronomer pointed his telescope directly at the zenith.