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maximize

especially British, ··

[mak-suh-mahyz]

verb (used with object)

maximized, maximizing 
  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

/ ˈæɪˌɪ /

verb

  1. (tr) to make as high or great as possible; increase to a maximum

  2. maths to find the maximum of (a function)

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Other 51Թ Forms

  • maximization noun
  • maximation noun
  • maximizer noun
  • ˌ澱ˈپDz noun
  • ˈ澱ˌ noun
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of maximize1

First recorded in 1795–1805; maxim(um) + -ize
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The pro can help determine how quickly or slowly the money should be withdrawn to maximize how much the inheritor gets to keep.

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Although neither partner would have exclusive rights, the current trend in television is for studios to maximize revenue to help pay for expensive programs, like “South Park,” while maintaining some streaming rights.

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In order to maximize her expertise over, say, a Sephora employee, I decide against it.

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Your spouse almost certainly should wait to claim until age 70 to maximize their lifetime benefit and to lock in the highest possible survivor benefit.

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Answer: When you’re behind on saving for retirement, maximizing your contributions to tax-deferred plans in your final working years can be a smart move.

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