vertex

noun

Definition of vertexnext
as in top
the highest point Once you reach the vertex of the mountain, the remainder of the route is all downhill.

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Recent Examples of vertex Spaceflight causes greater free-water reduction around the vertex of the brain in female astronauts. — Rosa Lyster, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025 Many eyewitnesses described these craft-like objects as having three bright lights at each vertex and a central, red, pulsating light. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025 Then Domokos and the chief engineer of the model spotted a glob of stray glue clinging to one of its vertices. — Elise Cutts, Wired News, 10 Aug. 2025 The trio will appear to form a broad isosceles triangle with Venus marking the vertex angle, while Aldebaran and the moon form the base of the triangle. — Joe Rao, Space.com, 18 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for vertex
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vertex
  1. top
  2. summit
  3. peak
  4. height
  5. crest
  6. pinnacle
  7. apex
  8. tip
Noun
  • White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt also said the president may discuss the war in Iran and the state of the economy at the top of the speech.
    — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026
  • The matching top and pants can also be worn separately throughout a trip.
    — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
Definition of top
Noun
  • On the Alternative Streaming Songs chart, three of Sombr’s most popular cuts have risen to the summit.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • The president flew the new Air Force One to a NATO summit in Turkey this week.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
Definition of summit
Noun
  • June and July are typically the quietest months of the season, but this shear has been a major roadblock and could have implications for the peak months, too.
    — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • More than 40% of France saw peak temperatures of above 40 Celsius (104 Fahrenheit).
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 July 2026
Definition of peak
Noun
  • As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.
    — Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
  • Featuring a subtle platform for extra height, soft fabric straps to prevent irritation, and an OrthoLite footbed to withstand long hours on your feet, these flip-flops are perfect for dressing up or down without having to compromise on comfort.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026
Definition of height
Noun
  • Sugar acts like each cell’s own personal crest, helping to distinguish them from each other.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • The film is a tight, three-year snapshot of a couple on the crest of stardom, navigating war and white-knuckling the ups and downs of their own creative and romantic partnership.
    — Marisa Fox, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2026
Definition of crest
Noun
  • The end of the week could be the pinnacle of Brody Bumila’s young baseball career with the MLB draft commencing Saturday.
    — Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 7 July 2026
  • The July Fourth celebration was the pinnacle of a three-day event hosted by Nylon, part of Bustle Digital Group, and hosted at The Surf Lodge.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
Definition of pinnacle
Noun
  • Sertraline, being lipid-soluble, accumulates in the marine food chain, eventually reaching apex predators like sharks.
    — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Matthews works for Florida Shark Diving, one of several shark charter companies in southeast Florida that promise up-close encounters with some of the state’s apex predators.
    — Kairi Lowery, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Definition of apex
Noun
  • Brooklyn set the tone early, outplaying Sacramento from the opening tip.
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
  • Larger bath sets may include washcloths, towels, baby wipes, baby-safe Q-tips and even baby bath toys.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 14 July 2026
Definition of tip

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“Vertex.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vertex. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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