1. the completion or fulfillment of something
2. the highest point or perfect example of something
3. the first act of sexual intercourse in a marriage
Usage: formal; legal

Examples

• The peace treaty marked the consummation of months of negotiations.
• Her performance was the consummation of years of training.
• The project’s consummation required approval from all departments.
• The merger represented the consummation of their business partnership.
• The consummation of the marriage was delayed due to legal issues.
• This symphony is the consummation of the composer’s artistic vision.