max

noun

ˈmaks 

1

: maximum sense 1

2

: maximum sense 2

max adjective

see also:

to the max

Synonyms of max

• maximum

Examples of max in a Sentence

The boat can hold a max of 20 people.

at the max there will be 25 people at the party

Recent Examples on the Web

What’s more, the sweet-to-the-max jewelry here benefits from Swarovski’s signature dedication to impeccable craftsmanship. —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026

Using a bit more juice, the superyacht can hit a max speed of 16 knots, too. —Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 June 2026

While that may be more in line with his on-court value than a full 30% max is, the All-NBA nod gives Duren's agent more ammunition in contract negotiations. —Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026

The coaster with a max speed of 66 mph took more than 20,000 hours to construct and at least 9,000 gallons of white paint for its gleaming appearance. —Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 23 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing max

• max out
• to the max

Rhymes for max

• axe
• backs
• blacks
• cracks
• fax
• flax
• hacks
• jacks
• knacks
• lacks
• lakhs
• lax

Kids Definition

max

noun

ˈmaks 

1

: maximum sense 1

2

: maximum sense 2

max adjective

Medical Definition

max

abbreviation

maximum