C1noun 2K

Peak

🇬🇧 UK /["/piːk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/piːk/"]/

Meaning of Peak

the point when somebody/something is best, most successful, strongest, etc.

In simple words: the highest point of something, like a mountain or a time

Peak in a sentence

• They reached the mountain peak after a long and exhausting climb.
• Sales typically reach their peak during the holiday season.
• The athlete was at the peak of her career when she won the gold medal.
• During peak hours, the roads are usually very congested.
• The peak of the roof was covered in fresh snow after the storm.
• Peak energy consumption occurs in the late afternoon.
• Radio signals were strongest at the peak of the broadcast tower.
• The company's profits hit their peak last quarter before declining.

How to use Peak

Use 'peak' when referring to the highest part, such as in 'the peak of the mountain' or 'the peak of my career.' Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

peak + at (something)

Memory hint

Think of a mountain peak; it's at the very top, just like the best time or moment.

Related words

Collocations with Peak

• all-time
• seasonal
• summer
• rise to
• rise towards/​toward
• hit
• hours
• period
• season
• at a/​the/​your peak
• peak of
• in peak condition
• peaks and troughs
• high
• lofty
• towering
• climb
• conquer
• scale
• loom
• rise
• tower
• on a/​the peak

Synonyms for Peak

• height

Opposites of Peak

• valley
• bottom
• low point

Common mistakes with Peak

• Confused with 'peek'; they sound similar but have different meanings.
• Using it as a verb when it should be an adjective (e.g., 'the peak time' instead of 'peaking time').

Frequently asked questions about Peak

What does Peak mean?

the highest point of something, like a mountain or a time

What is the definition of Peak?

the point when somebody/something is best, most successful, strongest, etc.

How do you use Peak in a sentence?

They reached the mountain peak after a long and exhausting climb.

Can you give another example of Peak?

Sales typically reach their peak during the holiday season.

What are synonyms for Peak?

Common alternatives include height.

What is the opposite of Peak?

Opposite meanings include valley, bottom, low point.

What words go with Peak?

It commonly pairs with all-time, seasonal, summer, rise to, rise towards/​toward, hit, hours, period, season, at a/​the/​your peak, peak of, in peak condition, peaks and troughs, high, lofty, towering, climb, conquer, scale, loom, rise, tower, on a/​the peak.

What are common mistakes when using Peak?

Confused with 'peek'; they sound similar but have different meanings. Using it as a verb when it should be an adjective (e.g., 'the peak time' instead of 'peaking time').

How do you pronounce Peak?

US: /["/piːk/"]/, UK: /["/piːk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Peak?

Use 'peak' when referring to the highest part, such as in 'the peak of the mountain' or 'the peak of my career.' Avoid using it in overly casual contexts.

What CEFR level is Peak?

"Peak" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.