Synonyms of maximize

maximize

verb

as in to increase

to make as great as possible in amount or degree

The magazine contained tips to maximize the effect of a workout.

Related Words

• increase
• boost
• enhance
• augment
• intensify
• accelerate
• multiply
• expand
• add (to)
• amplify
• extend
• enlarge
• aggrandize
• bump (up)
• stoke
• reinforce
• escalate
• prolong
• compound
• swell
• develop
• lengthen
• build up
• inflate
• strengthen
• raise
• pump up
• up
• elongate
• ratchet (up)
• heighten
• flesh (out)
• dilate
• draw out
• distend
• blow up
• supersize
• supplement
• rachet (up)
• complement
• stretch
• hype
• protract
• magnify
• beef (up)

Dissimilar Words

• minimize
• reduce
• decrease
• diminish
• lessen
• lower
• subtract (from)
• shorten
• downsize
• curtail
• dwindle
• abate
• abridge
• abbreviate
• compress
• minify
• condense
• constrict
• contract
• de-escalate
• cut back
• retrench

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maximize

The amount of calories in kefir depends on whether it’s made with low-fat or whole milk, so to maximize your caloric intake, look for products with a higher fat content. — Caitlin Beale, Health, 17 July 2026

There’s also plenty of outdoor lounge space, a bar, and outdoor dining room to maximize that time in the sun. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 17 July 2026

This maximizes the length of an eclipse there because a viewer follows along the moon’s motion. — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 17 July 2026

Tracking systems solve this by actively following the sun, keeping the panels perfectly aligned to maximize power output throughout the day. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026