Pronunciation

/klaɪm/

Definitions

• Noun: A physical action of ascending or going up, typically using one’s hands and feet. For example: “The climbers reached the summit after a long climb.”
• Verb: To ascend or move upward, often using tools or one’s own strength. For example: “He decided to climb the mountain this weekend.”
• Adjective: Characterizing something that is steep or requiring effort to ascend. For example: “The ladder was quite a climb to reach the roof.”

Phrases

• “Climb a mountain” refers to scaling a tall peak.
• “Climb aboard” is an idiomatic expression meaning to get on a vehicle.
• “Climb the corporate ladder” is a metaphor for advancing in a career.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The children were excited to go on a climbing adventure at the park.”
• Verb: “After several attempts, he finally managed to climb the tree.”
• Adjective: “The staircase was a challenging climb due to its steepness.”

Synonyms

• Ascend
• Climb up
• Mount
• Ascendancy
• Pull oneself up
• Scale
• Clamber
• Hike

Antonyms

• Descend
• Slide
• Abandon
• Ease down
• Slip
• Lower