maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz How to pronounce maximize (audio)
maximized; maximizing

transitive verb

1
: to increase to a maximum
2
: to make the most of
3
: to find a maximum value of
4
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
maximization noun
maximizer noun

Examples of maximize in a Sentence

I rearranged the furniture to maximize the space in my small apartment. This program will teach you how to maximize your strengths while minimizing your weaknesses.
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Over the past few years, telcos have focused heavily on reducing energy use and maximizing the use of electricity from renewable sources. Carmen Ene, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024 To maximize your value and experience, book the all-inclusive option. Sable Massingill Martinez, Travel + Leisure, 21 Nov. 2024 To maximize your indoor space for plants near windows that provide bright light, go vertical with shelves or hang plants from tension rods, or a temporary clothing rack. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2024 To maximize his time, Boardman uses a contraption not unlike ones used to pick up tennis balls to scoop up the acorns. Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for maximize 

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of maximize was in 1802

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“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maximize. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

maximize

verb
max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz How to pronounce maximize (audio)
maximized; maximizing
1
: to increase to a maximum
maximize profits
2
: to make the most of
maximize your opportunities
3
: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen
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