culminate
/ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/
cul · mi · nate
ˈkʌl · mɪ · neɪt
English Definition
v. reach highest point, end
Significado en Español
culminar, terminar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đạt đến đỉnh điểm, kết thúc
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
culmin(peak)+ate(verb).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the grand finale of the symphony, the composer claims to ______ the themes explored in the earlier movements.
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A
initiate
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B
ignore
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C
disperse
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D
culminate
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D — culminate.
“culminate” means v. reach highest point, end
Common questions about “culminate”
What does “culminate” mean?
culminate — v. reach highest point, end. In Chinese: 达到顶点，告终.
How do you pronounce “culminate”?
culminate is pronounced /ˈkʌlmɪneɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: cul · mi · nate.
Is “culminate” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. culminate appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “culminate”?
culmin(peak)+ate(verb).
