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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024max•i•mize /ˈmæksəˌmaɪz/USA pronunciation v. [~ + object], -mized, -miz•ing. - to increase to the greatest possible amount:to maximize profits.
- to make fullest use of:to maximize one's potential.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024max•i•mize (mak′sə mīz′),USA pronunciation v.t., -mized, -miz•ing. - to increase to the greatest possible amount or degree:to look for ways of maximizing profit.
- to represent at the highest possible estimate;
magnify:He maximized his importance in the program, minimizing the contributions of the other participants. - to make the greatest or fullest use of:Maximize your time by planning ahead.
Also,[esp. Brit.,] max′i•mise′. - maxim(um) + -ize 1795–1805
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