Culmination (noun)

1. The highest point of development or achievement.
2. The final outcome or result of a process.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word 'culminare' meaning 'to reach the highest point'.

Examples:

1. The grand finale was the culmination of the festival, featuring a fireworks display and live music.
2. Receiving the award was the culmination of years of hard work and dedication for the scientist.
3. The battle was the culmination of a long-standing conflict between the two nations.
4. The book was the culmination of the author's life-long research on the topic.
5. The new skyscraper is the culmination of the city's efforts to modernize its skyline.