heydey

/ˈheɪdi/ or /ˈheɪdeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

the period of most intense or successful activity or achievement of someone or something

“The actress’s heyday was during the 1990s when she starred in a popular TV series.”

2. noun

the period of greatest prosperity or importance of something, such as a country, industry, or region

“The city’s heyday was during the 19th century when it was a major industrial center.”

3. verb

to be at the height of one’s success or popularity

“The singer is said to have been heydaying in the 1980s with her hit single.”

Synonyms

  • apex
  • prime

Antonyms

  • decline
  • downturn