Peak exotherm refers to the highest point of heat released during a chemical reaction. Synonyms for peak exotherm include maximum heat release, highest temperature spike, and maximum exothermic reaction. Other synonyms include peak temperature, peak rate of reaction, and maximum heat energy output. These terms all describe the same concept of the most intense point of a chemical reaction, where the most heat is being released or produced. Understanding the various ways to describe the peak exotherm is important in the fields of chemistry and engineering, where optimizing reactions and preventing dangerous spikes in temperature is crucial.