Key Moments In Literature

2 words in this vocabulary list

adjective describing or relating to the most intense or exciting part of something

  • The climactic moment of the play was when the main character revealed their true identity.
  • The climactic scene in the movie had everyone on the edge of their seats.
  • The party reached its climactic point when the DJ played everyone's favorite song.
  • The climactic battle between good and evil was a metaphor for the internal struggle we all face.

verb to hit or reach a target accurately, especially an emotional or psychological target

adverb in a way that hits or reaches a target accurately, especially an emotional or psychological target

  • The speaker's words seemed to strike home with the audience, sparking a deep reflection among the listeners.
  • When she told him the truth about his behavior, it really struck home and made him think twice.
  • Her words really struck home with him, causing him to reevaluate his actions.
  • The message in the song struck home with me, resonating deeply with my own experiences.