maximize

[ mak-suh-mahyz ]

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verb (used with object),max·i·mized, max·i·miz·ing.

to increase to the greatest possible amount or degree: to look for ways of maximizing profit.
to represent at the highest possible estimate; magnify: He maximized his importance in the program, minimizing the contributions of the other participants.

to make the greatest or fullest use of: Maximize your time by planning ahead.

Origin of maximize

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

Also especially British, max·i·mise .

Other words from maximize

max·i·mi·za·tion, max·i·ma·tion, noun
max·i·miz·er, noun

Words that may be confused with maximize

maximize , optimize

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How to use maximize in a sentence

This gives whoever is drawing the maps the power to maximize the number of districts that favor their party — a tactic known as gerrymandering.
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The far-reaching strategy is aimed at making significant cuts in greenhouse gas emissions even without congressional action, by maximizing executive authority.
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In recent days, Rivera has said Haskins has worked harder in practice, maximizing reps in drills that the quarterback hadn’t before.
Alex Smith is the NFL’s best story, but Washington’s next few weeks are about Dwayne Haskins | Les Carpenter | November 11, 2020 | Washington Post
If you want to maximize your efforts, clean and hot-wax multiple chains in the same jar and slow cooker.
You Should Hot-Wax Your Bike Chains. Here's Why. | Joe Lindsey | November 6, 2020 | Outside Online
For the last 40 years, we said the goal of the corporation is to maximize shareholder value.
Debating stakeholder capitalism | Alan Murray | November 3, 2020 | Fortune

British Dictionary definitions for maximize

maximize

maximise

/ (ˈmæksɪˌmaɪz) /

verb

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

Derived forms of maximize

maximization, maximisation or maximation, noun
maximizer or maximiser, noun

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