maximize
/'mæksimaiz/ Cách viết khác : (maximise) /'mæksimaiz/
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Definition
- Verb (transitive):
- To make something as large, great, or effective as possible.
- To find or assign the highest possible value to something.
Usage
- The verb "maximize" is used to describe the action of increasing something to its greatest potential or extent.
- It is often used in contexts related to efficiency, profit, utility, or performance.
- It can be followed by a direct object (what is being maximized).
Examples
General Usage:
- The company's goal is to maximize shareholder value.
- You should maximize your study time before the exam.
- The software allows you to maximize the window on your screen.
In Specific Contexts:
- Business/Finance: Strategies to maximize return on investment are crucial.
- Technology: Click the square icon to maximize the application.
- Personal Development: She tries to maximize her potential in every project.
Advanced Usage
- "to maximize on something": To take full advantage of an opportunity or resource.
- We need to maximize on the current market trends.
- Mathematical/Optimization Context: To find the maximum value of a function or variable.
- The algorithm is designed to maximize efficiency given the constraints.
Variants and Related Words
- Maximization (noun): The process of maximizing something.
- The maximization of profits is a key objective.
- Maximum (noun/adjective): The greatest possible amount, size, or degree.
- We have reached the maximum capacity.
- Maximal (adjective): Of or relating to a maximum.
- He achieved maximal output with minimal input.
Synonyms
- Optimize: To make the best or most effective use of a situation or resource.
- Enlarge: To make bigger.
- Augment: To make greater by adding to it.
- Capitalize on: To use to one's advantage.
Antonyms
- Minimize: To reduce to the smallest possible amount or degree.
- Reduce: To make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
- Limit: To set a restriction on the size, amount, or extent of.
Related Phrases/Idioms
- "To max out" (informal phrasal verb): To reach a limit; to use something to its full capacity.
- I maxed out my credit card. (I used it to its limit.)
- He maxed out his potential in that role. (He performed to the absolute best of his ability.)
Verb
- make the most of
- He maximized his role
- make as big or large as possible
- Maximize your profits!