maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz 

maximized; maximizing

transitive verb

1

: to increase to a maximum

2

: to make the most of

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

Role is: For the Heat to maximize the roster and unlock the full possibilities of Spoelstra’s creativity, there has to be more than token consideration of not only casting Adebayo more often as a power forward, but of going more with the dual-big lineups that Spoelstra largely has eschewed. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2024

Trump has absolute control over the running mate slot, and has strung out the process to maximize publicity and gin up interest in the Republican nomination. —David Jackson, USA TODAY, 13 July 2024

This will help ensure optimal safety and maximize your therapy. —Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 12 July 2024

With the help of Slack, optimize your flow of work and maximize productivity. —Olivia Grace, Senior Director Of Product, Slack, Quartz, 12 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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