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maximization

noun

Simple meaning

Raising something to its greatest value or extent.

Pronunciation

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mæksɪmɪˈzeɪʃən

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Definition

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noun

  1. The act of raising something to its greatest value or extent.

  2. mathematics

    The mathematical process of finding the maximum value of a function

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Varies by meaning

Word Aura™

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This meaning: The act of raising something to its greatest value or extent.

Used this way, maximization is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Word Family

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Word family

Words built from the same root.

  • maximaladjectiveDerived adjective

    The greatest or most complete or best possible.

  • maximallyadverbDerived adverb

    To a maximal degree.

  • maximizeverbDerived verb

    Make as big or large as possible.

  • maximiseverbDerived verb

    Make the most of.

More about this wordSynonyms, forms, origin

Synonyms

Sense: raising something to its greatest value

maximisation

Antonyms

Sense: raising something to its greatest value

minimizationminimisation

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