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peaked

 

[ piːkt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

reaching a high point

The verb 'peaked' refers to reaching a maximum or highest point, often indicating a temporary condition. It is commonly used to describe something that has achieved its highest level before declining. 'Peaked' can refer to performance, emotions, physical conditions, and many other contexts where a pinnacle is reached before a descent begins.

Synonyms

climaxed, maxed out, reached the top

Examples of usage

  • The athlete peaked during the championship.
  • Her interest peaked when she heard the news.
  • The sales peaked last quarter before dropping.

Translations

Translations of the word "peaked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 apunhalado

🇮🇳 कटा हुआ

🇩🇪 spitz

🇮🇩 puncak

🇺🇦 загострений

🇵🇱 szczytowy

🇯🇵 尖った

🇫🇷 pointu

🇪🇸 pico

🇹🇷 uç

🇰🇷 뾰족한

🇸🇦 مدبب

🇨🇿 špičatý

🇸🇰 špicatý

🇨🇳 尖锐的

🇸🇮 ostr

🇮🇸 odd

🇰🇿 тұмсықты

🇬🇪 მახვილი

🇦🇿 naxış

🇲🇽 pico

Etymology

The word 'peak' originates from the early 14th century Middle English term 'peke', which meant 'a pointed or projecting part'. This was derived from the Old French word 'pique', meaning 'to prick or sting'. The verb form 'to peak' began to be used in English in the 17th century to denote reaching a high point. The concept of peaking is often related to various fields such as sports performance, economics, and emotional states, where entities demonstrate their highest capacity or potential before experiencing a decline. Over the years, the usage of 'peaked' has expanded to encompass a wide range of contexts, solidifying its place in everyday language.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,929, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.