Synonyms of maximum

maximum 1 of 2

adjective

1

as in most

of the greatest or highest degree or quantity

the maximum amount of time needed to complete the project

Synonyms & Similar Words

• most
• ultimate
• utmost
• max
• largest
• last
• supreme
• paramount
• uttermost
• nth
• outside
• top
• biggest
• consummate
• unparalleled
• unrivaled
• unequaled
• unmatched
• unsurpassed
• uppermost
• topmost
• upmost
• hugest

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minimum
• least
• minimal
• slightest
• smallest
• lowest
• tiniest
• minutest
• littlest
• fewest

2

as in utmost

of the highest degree

he always puts out maximum effort

Synonyms & Similar Words

• utmost
• greatest
• full
• utter
• top
• high
• topmost
• heightened

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• minimum
• least
• lowest
• minimal
• slightest
• low
• littlest
• lessened

maximum

2 of 2

noun

ˈmak-s(ə-)məm 

as in max

the greatest amount, number, or part

achieved the maximum

Synonyms & Similar Words

• max
• most
• utmost
• best
• outside
• ultimate
• extreme

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• least
• minimum

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maximum

Adjective

Consequently, the maximum individual capital-gains rate fell to 28%, while the top ordinary rate remained at 70%. — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Even among companies that cover egg freezing, a maximum lifetime benefit of around $20,000 is common, Mercer found. — Annie Nova, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2026

Noun

In mixed-use neighborhood zones, density limits could rise from a maximum of 30 units per acre to between 20 and 50 units per acre, with building heights allowed up to five stories. — Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026

Maui could see 8 to 12 inches, while other islands might see 4 to 6 inches, with a maximum of 8 inches. — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026