Definition: Zenith is the imaginary point that is directly above a particular location on the celestial sphere. It is vertically opposite to the apparent gravitational force i.e. directly opposite to the gravitational pull. It is the highest point on the sphere and thus, the farthest up from the gravitational force.

What does Zenit mean in English?

noun. zenith [noun] the highest point.

What is an example of zenith?

The definition of a zenith is the highest point or peak. An example of a zenith is the highest point in the sky. A ten-year period in the 1980s when a career was most successful is an example of a zenith.