maximize

[ mak-suh-mahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, max·i·mized, max·i·miz·ing.

1. to increase to the greatest possible amount or degree:

   to look for ways of maximizing profit.

2. to represent at the highest possible estimate; magnify:

   He maximized his importance in the program, minimizing the contributions of the other participants.

3. to make the greatest or fullest use of:

   Maximize your time by planning ahead.

maximize

/ ˈmæksɪˌmaɪz /

verb

1. tr to make as high or great as possible; increase to a maximum
2. maths to find the maximum of (a function)

Derived Forms

• ˌmaximiˈzation, noun
• ˈmaxiˌmizer, noun

Other Words From

• maxi·mi·zation maxi·mation noun
• maxi·mizer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of maximize¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; maxim(um) + -ize

Example Sentences

They should maximize their efforts to bring back four of them.

From Los Angeles Times

Unlike previously reported porous organic crystals, the Janus crystals combine water-collection and water-delivery functions at their surface, creating a highly efficient water harvesting process that maximizes the amount of collected water at ambient conditions.

From Science Daily

“We love how she maximized her talent at Utah in one of the nation’s strongest conferences. We are honored to welcome Lynne and her family to Los Angeles.”

From Los Angeles Times

Recently Ray spoke to The Times about how his signature live show started as a gag to maximize the usage of exceptional makeup and turned Ray into an “advice”-giving, viral sensation.

From Los Angeles Times

"And by recognizing the cognitive limits of these models, health care providers can maximize AI utility while mitigating risks, ensuring that these tools remain a reliable support in critical health care settings."

From Science Daily

Related Words

• augment
• bloat
• boost
• enlarge
• escalate
• exaggerate
• expand
• magnify
• overestimate
• pad
• widen