as in pinnacle
the highest part or point
her election as the state's first woman governor was a capstone of a long political career
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of capstone
This was the capstone mission of his 15-year career as a NASA flight director.
—
ArsTechnica, 1 Apr. 2025
The face-to-face with Trump had been a capstone on a tumultuous month for Newsom, who has been criticized for his performance as governor during what has been one of the worst disasters in his state.
—Amie Parnes, The Hill, 28 Jan. 2025
Lake Oroville, the capstone of the state reservoir system, was at 120% of its historical average on Friday, state data shows.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The very next day, Boehner announced his imminent resignation, citing the pope’s visit as the capstone of his career.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for capstone
ArsTechnica, 1 Apr. 2025
The face-to-face with Trump had been a capstone on a tumultuous month for Newsom, who has been criticized for his performance as governor during what has been one of the worst disasters in his state.
—Amie Parnes, The Hill, 28 Jan. 2025
Lake Oroville, the capstone of the state reservoir system, was at 120% of its historical average on Friday, state data shows.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The very next day, Boehner announced his imminent resignation, citing the pope’s visit as the capstone of his career.
—Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for capstone
Recent Examples of Synonyms for capstone
Noun
-
The new Compton High School, which will open this fall, stands as a pinnacle example: Teachers will not have their own classrooms — but will conduct classes in various spaces depending on topic and availability.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2025
-
To most, the rivalry matchup with the Padres was the pinnacle of the postseason.—
Valentina Martinez,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 June 2025
Noun
-
Their presence is the culmination of a decade-long project under Schmetzer, the latest big game for a club well-accustomed to the spotlight.—
Jeff Rueter,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
-
But the opening is the culmination of many more years, stretching back to Shi’s start in the hospitality space.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
Noun
-
Valerie Mahaffey, who reached a career zenith in 1992 with an Emmy win for Best Supporting actress in a Drama Series for Northern Exposure, died on May 30 after losing her battle with cancer.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
-
My disappointment at just missing the zenith of this color riot is quickly replaced by a strongly sweet aroma that floods my nose while passing through Oberoi Vindhyavilas Wildlife Resort’s imposing entrance.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
23 May 2025
Noun
-
Nate Lewis had four hits and three RBIs, including the tiebreaker in the top of the ninth. Crespi 4, Mater Dei 3: Mikey Martinez hit a three-run home run and Jackson Eisenhauer threw two hits of shutout relief with four strikeouts.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
-
Still, another factor should always rise to the top of the list: relationships.—
Shirin Ali,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
-
Originally approved by the Florida Legislature in 2023, the Live Local Act allows mixed-use projects in commercial and industrial districts to exceed limits on local density and height zoning rules so long as developers set aside 40 percent of residential units for workforce housing.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
-
The attack comes as tensions have reached new heights over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program.—
Jon Gambrell,
Christian Science Monitor,
13 June 2025
Noun
-
Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2025
-
The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2025
Noun
-
Like in Mario Kart 8, executing a taunt (with the drift button) at the apex of a ramp will let players get a little speed boost.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
-
Menswear, particularly suited looks, for women reached an apex between 2024 and 2025.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
4 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Capstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capstone. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share