1. the highest point or peak of something; the point of greatest development or achievement

Examples

• The Renaissance was the acme of artistic achievement in Europe.
• She reached the acme of her career when she won the Nobel Prize.
• The mountain’s acme was shrouded in clouds.
• His performance last night was the acme of perfection.
• The company reached its acme in the 1990s before declining.
• The acme of the building offered spectacular views of the city.