Summits: meaning, definitions and examples

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summits

 

[ ˈsʌmɪts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mountain climbing

The highest points of a mountain, especially the highest point of a range; the tops of mountains.

Synonyms

peaks, peaks, pinnacles

Examples of usage

  • The climbers reached the summits of all seven peaks in the range.
  • She gazed out at the snow-capped summits in the distance.
Context #2 | Noun

meetings

A formal meeting or conference between heads of state or other high-ranking officials.

Synonyms

conference, gathering, meeting

Examples of usage

  • The leaders gathered for a summit to discuss global issues.
  • The summit between the two countries resulted in a historic agreement.

Translations

Translations of the word "summits" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cumes

🇮🇳 शिखर सम्मेलन

🇩🇪 Gipfel

🇮🇩 puncak

🇺🇦 вершини

🇵🇱 szczyty

🇯🇵 頂上

🇫🇷 sommets

🇪🇸 cumbres

🇹🇷 zirveler

🇰🇷 정상

🇸🇦 قمم

🇨🇿 vrcholy

🇸🇰 vrcholy

🇨🇳 峰会

🇸🇮 vrhovi

🇮🇸 tindar

🇰🇿 шыңдар

🇬🇪 მწერვალები

🇦🇿 zirvələr

🇲🇽 cumbres

Etymology

The word 'summit' originated from the Latin word 'summus', meaning 'highest'. It has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to the highest point of a mountain. Over time, the term also came to be used figuratively to describe high-level meetings or conferences. Today, 'summit' is commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts to convey the idea of reaching the highest point or level of achievement.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,740, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.