crest Synonyms
Another word for crest
• noun (Context 1)
The highest point or ridge of a hill, mountain, or wave; a figurative peak of success or intensity.
"The hikers paused at the peak of the hill to admire the sweeping valley below."
• noun (Context 2)
A distinctive tuft of feathers, fur, or skin on the head of a bird or other animal.
"The cockatoo raised its bright yellow tuft when it heard an unfamiliar sound."
• noun (Context 3)
A distinctive heraldic emblem, badge, or design representing a family, school, or organization, originally worn above a helmet or shield.
"The university's historic emblem was embroidered onto the pocket of each blazer."
• verb (Context 4)
To reach the top of a hill, wave, or mountain.
"As the cyclists crested the steep ridge, they were rewarded with a view of the coastline."
• verb (Context 5)
To rise to a highest level or curling peak before subsiding (especially of a wave, floodwater, or trend).
"Forecasters expect the swollen river to peak by midnight before gradually receding."
Opposites of crest
The opposite of crest shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: