culmination

noun4

1. •
   An endpoint arrived at after some series of actions or events, or some period, usually after the series or period has ended. The sum of something.

   • The culmination of this lead happened in 1998 when an informant came forward with details that tied the suspects to a specific disposal location. — 2026
2. •
   An attainment or arrival at the highest pitch of glory, power, etc.
3. •
   The attainment of the highest point of altitude reached by a heavenly body; passage across the meridian; transit.
4. •
   (US) A ceremony marking the completion of studies at an elementary school, middle school or junior high school.