maximize

//ˈmæk.sɪ.maɪz//
B2Frequency Level 9Neutral
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Verb

maximizeInfinitive
maximizePresent tense
maximizedPast tense
maximizedPast participle
maximizingPresent participle
maximizesThird-person singular
1

To make something as large, great, or effective as possible.

We need to maximize our profits this quarter.

2

To make the best use of something; to optimize.

We need to maximize our resources to complete the project on time.

3

(computing) To enlarge a window to fill the entire screen.

Click the button in the corner to maximize the window.