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.
Recent Examples on the Web To maximize your productivity and safeguard your investment, a charging kit, a protective case, a screen protector, and a stylus are included in this deal. Stack Commerce, Popular Science, 4 Apr. 2024 Therefore, wearing red and green clothing during a solar eclipse can help maximize our ability to perceive details and contrasts in low-light conditions. The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024 Along those lines, knowing that stress is one factor that can impact your well-being, work to maximize the other aspects that contribute to overall health. Katia Hetter, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024 Amaris condominium’s eye-catching architecture maximizes views of the surrounding Wharf neighborhood The nation’s capital has many iconic buildings, but it is not known for standout residential architecture. Amy Worden, Washington Post, 3 Apr. 2024 It’s understood that Redstone would prefer that the company’s major film and TV assets stay largely intact in a sale, not only to maximize the deal value but also to protect the legacy of the media empire that her father, the late Sumner Redstone, had built. Todd Spangler, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024 The Home Zone Living Slim Kitchen Trash Can is the best trash can for someone looking to maximize kitchen space without skimping on form and function. Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2024 Unlike social media platforms, dating apps are not designed to maximize your time on the platform. Bernard Kim, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2024 Plus, hear hacks from professional organizers on maximizing counter space, Maintaining your home: Necessary home maintenance can save your thousands in the long run. Kalina Newman, Washington Post, 27 Mar. 2024

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'maximize.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of maximize was in 1802

Dictionary Entries Near maximize

Cite this Entry

“Maximize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maximize. Accessed 19 Apr. 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
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!