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Apex
noun / adjective
/ AY-peks /
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Meaning
The highest point, peak, or summit; the most powerful or authoritative level of an institution or hierarchy
Origin / Etymology
Latin apex, summit, peak, tip
Synonyms
Pinnacle
Summit
Zenith
Antonyms
Base
Nadir
Foundation
Example Sentence
"The VBSA Bill proposes creating an apex regulatory body for higher education by consolidating UGC, AICTE, and NCTE into a single entity."
🎯 UPSC Usage
Commonly used in UPSC context as 'apex court' (Supreme Court), 'apex body' (highest regulator), 'apex institution'. Essential in governance and institutional design answers.
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