maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 

maximized; maximizing

transitive verb

1

: to increase to a maximum

maximize profits

2

: to make the most of

arranged the furniture to maximize space in the small apartment

3

: to find a maximum value of

4

: to increase the size of (a window) to fill an entire computer screen

maximization

ˌmak-sə-mə-ˈzā-shən 

noun

maximizer

ˈmak-sə-ˌmī-zər 

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

Jennifer Aniston, Jessica Alba, and more stars are stepping out in breezy sandals that maximize airflow without sacrificing style. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026

Owner Shannon Gregory said the nonprofit offered a lease structure focused on community success rather than maximizing profit. — Kenny Choi, CBS News, 26 June 2026

The structure is also designed with mesh windows and detachable PC screens that help maximize airflow and bring in plenty of sunlight while keeping creepy flying (or crawling) critters out. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 June 2026

Want to maximize your savings this Prime Day? — Bestreviews, Sun Sentinel, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for maximize

• advertise
• aggrandize
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize
• butterflies

Kids Definition

maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 

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