zenithal
/ˈzɛnɪθəl/
adjective
- Relating to or located at the highest point or peak of something, especially in the sky directly overhead.
- The sun reaches its zenithal position at noon, casting the shortest shadows.
- Astronomers used a zenithal telescope to observe stars directly overhead.
- The hikers enjoyed the zenithal view from the mountain summit.
- Reaching or relating to the highest point of development, success, or power.
- The artist's career was at its zenithal moment after winning the international award.
- The empire experienced a zenithal period of cultural and economic growth.
- Her zenithal performance in the championship earned her a gold medal.
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