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单词 maximize
释义

maximize

verb

max·​i·​mize ˈmak-sə-ˌmīz How to pronounce maximize (audio)
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 How to pronounce maximize (audio)
noun
maximizer
ˈmak-sə-ˌmī-zər How to pronounce maximize (audio)
noun

Example Sentences

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.
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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 (something) as much as possible
maximize profits
2
: to make the most of
I want to maximize this opportunity.
3
: to increase the size of (a program's window) to fill a computer screen

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.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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