noun
Refers to the highest point, both literally (e.g., of a mountain or tower) and figuratively (e.g., of a career or achievement).
彼のキャリアのピナクルは、あの賞を受賞したことだ。
The pinnacle of his career was winning that award.
その塔のピナクルからは街全体が見渡せる。
From the pinnacle of the tower, you can see the whole city.