maximize

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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

maximization

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noun

max·​i·​mi·​za·​tion

variants also British maximisation

ˌmaksəmə̇ˈzāshən, 

-səˌmīˈz-

plural -s

: an act of maximizing or the state of being maximized

Examples of maximize in a Sentence

Verb

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

Verb

Some of the finer details to try and maximize entertainment include a novel approach with lane allocation. — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

The county intends to hire FEMA public assistance consultant firm Del Sol Consulting, which is owned by two former FEMA employees, to navigate FEMA requirements and maximize reimbursement. — Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026

This minimizes stigma and administrative burden for families while also maximizing efficiency for administration. — Mona Hanna, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026

Today’s Walmart Deals of the Day have three slick gaming deals designed to maximize desk space, immerse you in fluid visuals, and cut the cord once and for all. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

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