Master confusing words with ease
Climax vs. Acme
Climax
/ˈklaɪmæks/Examples:
The story's climax had everyone on the edge of their seats.She trained for months to reach the climax of the climb.The debate reached a tense climax after hours of discussion.
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Acme
/ˈækmi/Examples:
She reached the acme of her career last year.The acme of their success was celebrated with a grand party.His paintings represent the acme of abstract art.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Remember climax by associating it with the idea of a peak or culmination of events or actions in a story; it's about building excitement and tension to a point.
- Acme has a shorter spelling and refers to an absolute highest point or perfection, not just in storytelling but in other areas like skills and production.
- Climax is more commonly used in narratives, like in literature, theater, or film, where the story reaches its peak moment.
- Acme might remind you of a peak achievement or level, like reaching the acme of one’s career or development.
- Link acme with the idea of a pinnacle or peak since it usually describes the top point physically or metaphorically.
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