Climax Definition & Meaning
climax
- noun
- the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding; "the climax of the artist's career"; "in the flood tide of his success"
- the decisive moment in a novel or play; "the deathbed scene is the climax of the play"
- the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse
- the most severe stage of a disease
- arrangement of clauses in ascending order of forcefulness
- verb
- end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage; "The meeting culminated in a tearful embrace"
"Climax" in song lyrics
See how climax is used in real songs:
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"Up and down, as I climax"
2 Live Crew — C'mon Babe -
"my widescreen imax lyric spread until the climax"
American Cream Team f/ Raekwon, RZA — It's Not a Game -
"Crew penetration, I make you climax"
Arsonists — Backdraft
Words that rhyme with climax
Usage tips for "climax"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "climax" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for climax to find words that pair well.