“Ne Plus Ultra” – 🏔️ The Pinnacle of Phrases
Definition: The ultimate perfection, the highest point to which something can be brought.
Etymology: Originating from Latin meaning “nothing further.” Allegedly inscribed on the mythical Pillars of Hercules at the Strait of Gibraltar to signify the edge of the known world.
First Used in English: 1600s
Example in Use: “In the fascination of young Russians for Western things, jeans are the ne plus ultra of the modish.” —Collin Thubron, Among the Russians (1983).
Synonyms:
- Zenith
- Apex
- Acme
- Pinnacle
- Ultimate
Antonyms:
- Nadir
- Base
- Lowest point
- Bottom
Related Phrases & Idioms:
- Top-notch: Of the highest quality.
- Cream of the crop: The best of the best.
- The bee’s knees: An outstanding thing.
- The cat’s pajamas: Something splendid or stylish.
Humor-Filled Quotes 😆:
- “Being on cloud nine feels like reaching the ne plus ultra of joy.”
Similar Proverbs 📜:
- “The cherry on top”: The final touch that makes something perfect.
Suggested Literature & Media 🎬📚:
- Books: That’s the Way the Cookie Crumbles by Joe Schwarcz, The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer.
- Songs: Top of the World by The Carpenters.
- Movies: The Pursuit of Happyness celebrates the fight to achieve the ne plus ultra of personal success.
- Poetry: She Walks in Beauty by Lord Byron illustrates the ne plus ultra of grace and beauty.
Author’s Note: With these clichés in your toolkit, you’ll illuminate everyday conversations with flair and a sprinkle of classical knowledge.
Inspirational thought-provoking farewell: May your words reach the ne plus ultra of expression, adding depth and vibrancy to every conversation. Keep exploring the endless possibilities of language!
Best regards, 😇 Verb O’Vision
